First Alert Weather: Severe Storms Possible Tuesday, Clearer Week Ahead

Tuesday's Severe Storm Threat

• ⚠️ A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday due to the potential for strong to severe storms.
• ⚡ These storms are expected to develop in the afternoon and continue into the evening hours.
• 💧 Key threats associated with these storms include localized flooding and damaging wind gusts.

Current Conditions and Tonight

• 🌡️ Current temperatures are hot and muggy, with 85°F in Central Park.
• 📉 Showers and storms are currently present but are weakening as they move towards the north and northeast.
• 💨 Overnight, activity is expected to taper off, but humidity levels will remain high.

Mid-Week Outlook and July 4th Forecast

• ☁️ Wednesday will start with cloud cover, but drier air and sunshine are expected by Wednesday night as a front moves east.
• ☀️ The latter half of the week, including the July 4th holiday, is forecast to be much clearer with lots of sunshine.
• 🏖️ Temperatures leading up to the holiday will be in the mid-80s, making it great beach weather.

Temperature and Risk Overview

• 📈 Tuesday's high is expected to be around 87°F, above the normal 84°F.
• ⚠️ Both the city and Long Island area have a marginal risk of storms reaching severe limits on Tuesday.
• 🌈 The forecast for the 4th of July is fantastic, with temperatures around 84°F and abundant sunshine.