Weather to Watch: Possible strong storms later today and tonight, then record heat possible Wednesday
There is the potential for strong thunderstorms in parts of the Hudson Valley later today and tonight. Places most at risk will be from northern Westchester and Rockland counties and northward. Then, record breaking heat is likely on Wednesday.
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It is a very warm day here in the Hudson Valley. There is the chance of a shower or thunderstorm later this afternoon and tonight. Some of these storms could be strong, mainly north of Northern Rockland and Westchester counties. Main threat from these storms would be gusty winds and briefly heavy rain.
By Wednesday, the warmth peaks, and some areas could challenge or even break record high temperatures. the record high in White Plains is 83 degrees set back in 1960. There is a good chance we break that record tomorrow. hile a stray shower or thunderstorm can’t be ruled out at times through the week, most of the activity should stay north of the Hudson Valley, with only brief or isolated impacts locally.
Heading into Thursday and Friday, the warm pattern holds steady. Expect continued above-average temperatures with a mix of sun and clouds. A few late-day showers or storms may drift into the region, but widespread rain is unlikely, and many places will stay dry most of the time.
Changes arrive Sunday as a strong cold front moves through during the afternoon. This will bring a round of showers—and possibly a thunderstorm—followed by a noticeable cooldown. By Sunday night into Monday, temperatures return to near or slightly below normal, bringing a more typical April feel back to the Hudson Valley.
