New York Weather: Cold Snap Ending, Rain and Wind Ahead

Transitioning Out of the Cold

• 🥶 After weeks of below-average temperatures, the area is finally heading towards normal temperatures today.
• ☀️ Expect a delightful day with a cloudy start giving way to sunshine and highs in the 40s, a welcome change from the recent cold.
• 📈 This warm-up is expected to continue into tomorrow, aided by a southwest wind.

Approaching Storm System

• 🌧️ By late tomorrow, an onshore wind will bring the start of showers, primarily after dark, meaning rain gear won't be needed for most of the day.
• ⚠️ Friday morning, however, will see widespread rain and potentially gusty winds reaching over 50 mph, making the morning commute sloppy and posing a risk of downed trees and power outages.
• ⚡ A First Alert has been issued for Friday morning due to this inclement weather and strong winds.

Holiday Week Outlook

• 📉 Temperatures will drop significantly after Friday, returning to the 30s over the weekend, with winter officially arriving on Sunday.
• 🎄 Looking ahead to Christmas week, there's a chance for a white Christmas, with potential opportunities for snow on Tuesday and Thursday, though nothing is guaranteed yet.