New York Weather: Rainy Start to the Week, Clearing by Wednesday

Weekend Weather Recap

• ☀️ The parade enjoyed picture-perfect weather with cool temperatures and no significant rain.
• 🌧️ However, as the parade concluded, rain began to fall, marking the start of a wetter pattern.

Current Conditions and Forecast

• 🌫️ The current weather features off-and-on showers, haze, and fog, with temperatures dropping to the mid-60s.
• 💨 East-southeasterly winds are bringing in cooler air from the ocean, keeping temperatures near 60° on eastern Long Island and the Jersey Shore.

Midweek Outlook

• ⚠️ The highest risk of heavier rainfall and possible thunderstorms is expected Monday night into Tuesday.
• 🌦️ Monday will see scattered showers and drizzle with a 40% chance of rain, and the commute may be difficult.
• 📈 By Wednesday, the weather is expected to clear up nicely, leading to a pleasant second half of the week.

Rainfall Estimates

• 💧 Rainfall amounts could range from a tenth of an inch to as much as an inch, depending on the intensity of thunderstorms.