All set for a stormy Friday in New York
After a week of sticky heat, New Yorkers need to prep up for a major shift in the weather. Brace yourself, as Friday afternoon is expected to turn from bright sunshine to dark clouds, leading to possibly severe thunderstorms. While the morning will mostly be sunny, the National Weather Service (NWS) warns of increasing clouds that will eventually result in storms by the afternoon.
The impact of heat and humidity
The preceding sticky, hot weather will persist until lunchtime. Don’t be surprised if the mercury touches highs of 80 to 90 degrees. However, change is afoot around 2 p.m., that’s when the first storm wave is scheduled to knock at the city’s door.
Thunderstorms set to escalate Friday evening
The stage is set for the weather to get stormier from Friday afternoon. The NWS predicts the most drastic conditions to occur between late afternoon and late evening, specifically from 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Are you ready? During these hours, New Yorkers should prepare for heavy rain and strong winds. Gusts could top 58 mph, which can knock down trees, damage power lines, and cause scattered power outages.
Beware of late-evening hailstorms
Added to this, severe hailstorms pose a risk as the evening progresses. As the strength of the thunderstorms intensifies, residents should anticipate hail in the late evening.
Rain will drop down to showers overnight
The stormy weather is forecast to gradually ease into rainfall during the night before it halts entirely. Evening temperatures are likely to plunge into the low 60s before climbing back into the 80s for the weekend.
A drier Saturday awaits
Those who prefer sunnier climes can look forward to Saturday, which promises bright sunshine right throughout the day. The lingering humidity from the past week is also set to take a hike. Father’s Day on Sunday will bring back the sun, though temperatures are predicted to take a slight dip, settling around the mid-70s.
A heat wave to follow
However, the city might experience another wave of heat next week. The citizens are urged to brace themselves for a potential heat wave hitting the area.
Governor Hochul’s weather-related warning
Governor Hochul’s office has issued an advisory on the drastic shift in the weather pattern for the week ahead. Her statement emphasizes, “New Yorkers should do everything they can to stay cool and safe this week. The combination of severe storms, heat, and humidity poses a significant risk, particularly for vulnerable residents. Keep a tab on the forecast, stay hydrated, and have a cooling strategy at hand.”
Florida’s weather woes continue
Before we wrap up, let’s glance at our neighbors in Florida. They continue to battle severe rainstorms, causing major flooding. The intense rainfall has already claimed two lives. Nearly 1.7 million residents, in cities like Hialeah, Aventura, and Doral, were under a flash flood warning as grounds turn soft and waterlogged due to continuous torrential rain. So, as you gear up for New York’s stormy Friday, keep the people of Florida in your thoughts too.
Stay prepared, stay safe, and hope the New York thunderstorms pass without much disruption to your everyday activities.