Memorial Day Weekend Weather Forecast for New York City: Rain and Cooler Temperatures Expected
Memorial Day Weekend Weather Forecast Changes For NYC: Here's What To Know
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New York City's Memorial Day weekend is forecasted to be rainy and cool, with temperatures dropping to the low 60s. The heaviest rainfall is expected on Saturday, while Memorial Day itself may see warmer temperatures in the mid-70s, although scattered showers are still possible.
- 01Friday's weather will be partly sunny with a high near 66 degrees before rain moves in overnight.
- 02Saturday is expected to be the wettest day with steady showers and highs only reaching 59 degrees.
- 03Rainfall totals could reach up to half an inch on Saturday night.
- 04Sunday will see scattered showers before 2 p.m. with cloudy skies and highs around 64 degrees.
- 05Memorial Day may be warmer, with temperatures climbing into the mid-70s, but still carries a chance of scattered showers.
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New York City's Memorial Day weekend is anticipated to be a washout, starting with partly sunny skies on Friday, where temperatures will peak at 66 degrees Fahrenheit. However, rain is expected to begin late Friday night, leading to steady showers throughout Saturday, with highs only reaching 59 degrees. Saturday night will likely be the wettest, with rainfall amounts potentially reaching half an inch. On Sunday, scattered showers are forecasted mainly before 2 p.m., with temperatures slightly improving to around 64 degrees. The good news is that Memorial Day itself is expected to be warmer, with highs climbing into the mid-70s, although there remains a 40 percent chance of showers. Overall, the weekend will feature a significant temperature drop and persistent rain, marking a soggy start to the summer season in the New York City metro area.
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The rainy weather may affect outdoor plans for residents, including cookouts and parades during the holiday weekend.
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