New York City weather today is partly sunny with a high near 61°F and light northeast winds of 6 to 9 mph—a pleasant Friday to wrap up the work week before a wet weekend arrives.
If you’re heading to the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child show at the Lyric Theatre tonight or catching the Hamilton (NY) production at the Richard Rodgers Theatre tomorrow evening, you’ll want to keep an eye on the forecast. Tonight stays mostly cloudy with a 36% chance of light rain after 5 AM ET, temperatures rising to around 52°F. Saturday is when conditions really deteriorate.
Saturday’s Rain Event
A frontal system will slide through the region Saturday, bringing steady rain to all five boroughs. The National Weather Service forecasters are confident about this system, with an 87–90% chance of precipitation Saturday through Saturday night. Here’s what to expect:
- Saturday daytime: Rain, cloudy, high near 49°F with east winds 12–15 mph. Rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch possible.
- Saturday night: Rain continues, low around 44°F, with heavier totals of three-quarters to one inch possible.
NYC and northeast New Jersey are now likely to see at least an inch of rain from Saturday morning through Sunday morning—the Weather Prediction Center has an 80% probability for that threshold. Eastern areas (southeastern Connecticut and the Twin Forks of Long Island) may see less.
What to Do Today & This Weekend
Today’s your window. If you’re planning outdoor work—mowing the lawn, washing the car, or any yard prep—do it this morning or early afternoon. Central Park will be dry today, so it’s a good day for a walk or jog before the rain moves in.
For tailgating prep: if you’re heading to the Knicks vs. Hawks playoff game (East Conf Qtrs: Atlanta Hawks at New York Knicks HM GM3) on Tuesday, April 28 at Madison Square Garden, you’ll have indoor comfort. But if you’re planning a backyard gathering this weekend, secure any loose items. With east winds gusting to 15 mph Saturday, consider anchoring a pop-up canopy tent with weights and laying down outdoor furniture covers to protect your patio setup.
Theater-goers heading out Saturday should bring an umbrella and waterproof jacket. Find tickets on SeatGeek or Get tickets on StubHub for any shows you’re considering.
Next Week’s Outlook
Sunday will remain cool and cloudy in the low to mid-50s, with lingering rain possible, especially east of the city. Unsettled weather returns mid to late next week, with the most likely timing for moderate rain Wednesday afternoon through Thursday as a cold front approaches.
Dinner Idea
With cooler, damp weather moving in, tonight’s a perfect night for a warm, comforting pasta or stir-fry dinner. You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door—stock up on fresh vegetables and your favorite pasta shapes or rice to have ready before the weekend rain arrives.
