New York Weather: Humidity Drops Thursday Night, Rain Returns Saturday

Thursday Night Forecast: Heat Advisory Ends, Humidity Drops

• 🌡️ The heat advisory currently in effect until 10 p.m. will expire tonight, with significantly cooler and less humid conditions expected by 8-9 p.m.
• 💨 A cold front is moving through the area tonight, which will drastically reduce humidity levels to springtime dew point temperatures.

Friday: A Brief Respite from Humidity

• 💧 Dew points are expected to plummet from the 70s into the 50s by Friday afternoon, offering a comfortable day after a period of high humidity.
• ☀️ Friday is anticipated to be a beautiful day with abnormally low dew points for this time of year.

Weekend Outlook: Humidity and Storms Return

• 📈 By Saturday morning, dew points are predicted to rise again to 73 degrees, bringing back muggy conditions and shifting winds from the southeast.
• 🌦️ A chance for rain and storms is back in the forecast for Saturday, particularly likely on Saturday night, with isolated cells bringing potential for sprinkles or heavier rain.
• ☀️ Sunday also has a slight chance for a shower or storm later in the day.

Lightning Safety and Preparedness

• ⚡ The discussion highlights the dangers of lightning, including side flashes (lightning jumping from a tree to a person) and ground currents (lightning spreading across the ground).
• 🚗 In the event of a lightning storm, the primary advice is to seek shelter, preferably in a car.
• 🏃 If no shelter is available, the National Weather Service now advises running towards potential shelter rather than staying still or crouching.
• ⚠️ It's recommended to allow about 30 minutes after hearing thunder before considering it safe to be outdoors again.