Muggy & warm Thursday in the Bronx; cool down for the weekend
The humidity and heat is back today, but the week will end with perfect weather!
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WHAT TO KNOW
Storms moved through overnight, some producing strong wind gusts
Today is warm and humid, a stray shower returns this evening
Drier, more comfortable air arrives Friday and Saturday with sunny skies and highs in the low 80s
Rain returns Sunday afternoon and is widespread Sunday night into Monday morning
Morning Rush
The overnight storms are clearing out, though a few lingering showers are still possible early this morning. Some of those storms packed gusty winds, so expect some wet roads and possibly a few downed leaves or small branches on your morning drive along the Major Deegan, Cross Bronx, or Bruckner. Give yourself a little extra time in case of standing water or slower traffic. The 4, 5, and 6 trains along with Metro-North's Harlem and Hudson lines shouldn't see weather delays, but skies will still be improving as you head out, so you likely won't need the umbrella for the commute.
Rest of Thursday
Skies turn mostly sunny for the afternoon, and this will be the warmest day of the forecast, with highs climbing into the upper 80s. The air will feel a bit more humid than yesterday, with the heat index nudging up close to 90. There's a chance an isolated shower pops up during the afternoon or early evening, but most of the day should stay dry, and any showers that do form should move through quickly.
Yankees Play Ball Tonight
The Yankees are home at Yankee Stadium tonight against the Mariners, with first pitch on YES Network. Warm, muggy conditions should hold through the evening, and while a stray shower can't be ruled out early on, it's a low risk — no real threat to the game getting in.
Friday
Friday looks great. High pressure starts building in, bringing drier air and sunny skies. Temperatures sit in the low 80s, and the lower humidity will make it feel noticeably more comfortable than the past few days. It's a good day to be outside. However, a stray shower is possible Friday evening. It's a low risk and thunderstorms are not expected.
The Weekend: Sunny start then Sunday showers
Saturday is the pick of the weekend, with sunny skies, low-80s highs, and comfortable, dry air as high pressure sits right overhead. Sunday starts off mostly sunny, but rain becomes more likely by Sunday afternoon and continues into Monday. There's still some uncertainty on exact timing and impacts, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans later this weekend.
Boat and Beach
Coastal flooding remains a concern through tonight in usual flood-prone areas due to the moon phase. Flooding concerns ease slightly for Friday. That same new moon is also widening the tidal swing. Although there is a low risk for rip currents, there could be a few during the afternoon low tide. Boating conditions stay calm through the weekend with no major wind or wave concerns.
