Mild Weekend Weather in New York Before Heavy Rain Arrives Monday

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The New York area is in for a mild and blustery weekend before the weather takes a turn for the worse on Monday, with likely periods of heavy rain, strong winds, and the potential for coastal flooding and thunderstorms.

Why it matters

Weather patterns can significantly impact daily life and activities in the New York metropolitan area, so it's important for residents to be aware of the changing conditions and any potential hazards.

The details

On Friday night, a few spotty rain or snow showers are possible, with several inches of snow potentially accumulating at the highest elevations of Sullivan and Ulster counties. Blustery winds will keep overnight low temperatures in the 30s, but it will feel more like the 20s. Saturday will be blustery with wind gusts between 35-50 mph, but skies will be bright and temperatures will reach the low 50s. Sunday will be mostly cloudy but dry, with highs in the mid to upper 40s. However, conditions are expected to deteriorate on Monday, with the CBS News New York Weather Team declaring a First Alert Weather Day due to likely periods of heavy rain, strong winds up to 60 mph (especially at the coast), and the potential for coastal flooding and thunderstorms.

• On Friday night, a few spotty rain or snow showers are possible.
• A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for western Ulster County through 8 a.m. Saturday.
• A Wind Advisory has been issued for Sullivan and Ulster counties from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.
• Monday has been declared a First Alert Weather Day.

What’s next

Residents should monitor the weather forecasts and be prepared for the potential hazardous conditions on Monday, including heavy rain, strong winds, and the possibility of coastal flooding.