New York City weather today is mostly sunny with a high near 60°F and westerly winds of 8 to 17 mph—a pleasant late-spring day perfect for getting outside before a rainy weekend takes over.
Today is your window. After this, a shortwave moving through the region will bring a round of wet weather Saturday and Saturday evening, with showers and thunderstorms likely and a 90% chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service forecasters note confidence has increased around these Saturday wet conditions, with the best forcing centered around Saturday afternoon and early evening. So if you’ve got outdoor plans—a walk through Central Park, a trip to Hudson River Greenway, or yard work in the boroughs—get it done this afternoon.
Today’s Setup
Westerly winds at 8 to 17 mph will keep the air crisp and moving. Only a 10% chance of rain. Temperatures will hover near 60°F throughout the day—cool enough that you’ll want a light jacket, but pleasant enough for extended time outdoors. Pollen counts may be elevated this time of year, so if you’re sensitive to spring allergens, consider having Zyrtec 24 hour allergy 90 count on hand before heading out.
Tonight Into Saturday
Tonight, clouds increase and a slight chance of rain showers develops after 2 AM, with lows around 51°F. By Saturday morning, the system is in full swing. Rain showers will be likely before 2 PM Saturday, then showers and thunderstorms take over. Temperatures will actually fall from near 60°F in the morning to around 56°F by afternoon as the system moves through. The National Weather Service expects between a tenth and quarter inch of rain on average, though some guidance hints at slightly higher totals.
What To Wear or Bring
Today: light jacket, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Saturday: waterproof jacket and umbrella are non-negotiable. If you’re heading to Hamilton (NY) at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Saturday evening, or catching Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre, bring rain gear—the storms will still be moving through.
Outdoor Events This Weekend
New York City FC takes on Columbus Crew on Sunday, May 10 at Yankee Stadium. While Saturday will be a washout, Sunday is looking much better—mainly dry with a pleasant start before clouds arrive in the afternoon. Temperatures will be noticeably warmer and above normal on Mother’s Day on a west-southwest flow. If you’re planning to attend, grab a New York City FC jersey or New York City FC scarf to show your support, and check Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub for availability. Bring an umbrella just in case, as shower chances increase very late Sunday afternoon into evening as another frontal system approaches.
Dinner Idea
With pleasant weather today and rain expected tomorrow, fire up the grill this evening. A simple propane gas grill is perfect for a steak or chicken dinner before the weekend system moves in. If you need ingredients, you can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door—grab some premium cuts and fresh vegetables to make the most of the dry weather.
Next Few Days
Saturday and Saturday night will be wet, with showers and thunderstorms likely before 2 AM Sunday morning. Sunday itself looks mainly dry with a pleasant start, though clouds will increase in the afternoon and evening as another system approaches. Widespread rain chances return late Sunday and into Monday. Temperatures will warm noticeably on Mother’s Day before the next system arrives.
For the latest hourly updates, check the New York weather forecast and stay weather-aware as systems move through the metro this weekend.
