New York sees a mild, mostly cloudy Friday with a high near 67°F — enjoy it while it lasts, because a prolonged, soaking Memorial Day weekend rain arrives Saturday. Check the New York weather forecast for daily updates all week.
Today’s Setup
East winds of 13 to 17 mph will make it feel cool, but rain chances are just 2% through the afternoon. Central Park, the Hudson River esplanade, and Brooklyn’s Prospect Park are all solid for a midday walk or outdoor lunch. Temperatures fall back to around 62°F by late afternoon. Tonight, a slight chance of light rain develops after 5 AM ET, with a low around 51°F.
Yankees fans: The Yankees host the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium tonight (May 22) under cloudy, breezy skies. Dress in layers — a New York Yankees jersey and a New York Yankees fitted cap are perfect for staying warm in those upper-deck east winds.
Best Window To Be Outside
Today is your window before the weekend washes out. If you fish, get out early — a topwater frog lure can be productive along shoreline structure before the east wind builds too much chop on the water. Mow the lawn now and pull out those outdoor furniture covers before Saturday’s winds and rain arrive.
Rain, Wind & Flood Risk
Saturday brings a 90%+ chance of rain, a high near 57°F, and east winds of 13 to 17 mph. Saturday night escalates significantly — 100% chance of rain with possible thunderstorms, winds rising to 17 to 24 mph, and 1 to 2 inches of rainfall possible overnight. National Weather Service forecasters put weekend totals at 1½ to 3 inches across the metro area. Expect minor urban and poor drainage flooding on low-lying streets and underpasses across all five boroughs.
Coastal alert: The National Weather Service has flagged a high rip current risk at area beaches Saturday and Sunday. Stay out of the ocean this holiday weekend.
Saturday’s Yankees vs. Rays game at Yankee Stadium will be a soggy affair — high near 57°F with steady rain. Watch for official game status updates before heading to the Bronx.
Looking for a smart Memorial Day Saturday plan? Heading to see Hamilton at Richard Rodgers Theatre on May 23 is an ideal call when it’s pouring outside. Get tickets on SeatGeek and stay dry.
Tonight’s Grill Window
Tonight — before any rain arrives — is actually ideal grilling weather: 67°F, nearly zero rain chance, and a light breeze to keep the bugs down. Fire up burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. An instant-read meat thermometer takes the guesswork out of doneness, and a grill brush and scraper set keeps your grates ready for the season. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered right to your door.
Next Few Days
Rain tapers from west to east Sunday afternoon, with drier and milder conditions expected by mid-to-late next week, per the National Weather Service. The Mets open a series against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field on May 25 — check back for that gameday forecast. Browse outdoor gear deals to restock after the holiday weekend washout.
