NYC Weather: Heavy Rain Friday Morning, Cold Snap, and Weekend Outlook

Friday Morning Weather Update

• 🌧️ Heavy rain is currently active across the Tri-State Area, with more intense rainfall in western parts of New Jersey and New York.
• ☔ Expect rain to come in waves throughout the morning, necessitating umbrellas and potentially leading to a slow commute.
• ⚠️ Drivers are advised to take it slow due to the risk of hydroplaning with higher rain intensity.

Afternoon and Weekend Outlook

• ☀️ By the afternoon, showers may persist on the east end, but drier conditions and possible sunshine are expected, accompanied by a strong breeze.
• 🥶 A significant cold air mass is moving in, causing temperatures to plummet from the 50s into the 30s by the end of the day.
• 🌬️ Winds will strengthen from the west this afternoon, with gusts in the double digits, making it a good idea to secure outdoor decorations.
• ☀️ The weekend is forecast to be cold but sunny, with temperatures in the 30s on Saturday and recovering to the mid-40s on Sunday.

Upcoming Systems and Holiday Forecast

• ❄️ A new system arriving Sunday night will bring colder air, dropping temperatures into the 20s by Monday morning.
• 🌨️ Another system on Tuesday could bring a snow-rain mix, offering a potential chance for snow before Christmas.
• 🎄 Christmas Day is expected to be mild with temperatures in the low 40s, possibly with a chance of rain.

Traffic and Commute Updates

• 🚗 Accidents are causing significant delays on the eastbound LIE in Queens and the westbound Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx.
• 🚧 The HOV lane on the northbound Guanas Expressway in Brooklyn is closed for construction but not causing delays.
• 🅿️ Alternate side parking regulations are in effect citywide today.