New York is in for a cool, wet Saturday with rain showers expected throughout the day and into Sunday evening, so leave the outdoor plans for next week.
Rain will move in late this morning into early afternoon across the city, with the heaviest rain expected after midnight tonight into early Sunday morning. The National Weather Service is calling for widespread rainfall of 1 to nearly 2 inches, with the highest amounts across Manhattan, the outer boroughs, and Long Island—so don’t be surprised if you see some ponding in low-lying areas and on subway platforms. Interior Connecticut will see lighter amounts around 0.5 to 0.75 inches, with a sharp cutoff to the north and east.
Today’s high will struggle to reach 49°F before temperatures actually fall to around 45°F this afternoon as the rain intensifies. East winds of 10 to 14 mph will add a damp chill, so a packable rain jacket is essential if you’re venturing out. Tonight into Sunday, expect steady rain to continue with 90% precipitation chances—this is a longer-duration soaking event rather than a quick downpour, so there’s no flash flood concern, but definitely watch your step around Central Park and along the Hudson River waterfront where drainage can be sluggish.
Sunday won’t be much better. Rain showers will remain likely through the day with a high near 50°F and northeast winds gusting up to 24 mph. Another three-quarters to one inch of rain is possible. If you’re heading to the Hamilton (NY) at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Sunday evening, bring an umbrella and plan extra time for wet sidewalks around Times Square.
For those with tickets to the New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks playoff game on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden, good news—the indoor venue keeps you dry, and you can rock your Official team gear on Fanatics without weather worries. Check out Get tickets on SeatGeek if you’re still looking to grab a seat for that matchup.
With the weather this gloomy, it’s the perfect time for comfort food. A warm bowl of chili or beef stew made in a programmable slow cooker or enameled cast iron Dutch oven will chase away the chill. You can order groceries on Amazon to have everything delivered, so you don’t have to brave the rain for ingredients.
Look for conditions to gradually improve by Monday, though the unsettled pattern continues into mid-week with another system moving in. Bundle up, stay dry, and we’ll see some brighter skies by mid-next week.
