Muggy & warm Thursday in the Hudson Valley, but relief is on the way
Temperatures climb into the upper 80s Thursday, with a few showers and thunderstorms possible.
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WHAT TO KNOW
Storms moved through overnight, some producing strong wind gusts
Today is warm and humid, a stray shower returns this evening
Drier, more comfortable air arrives Friday and Saturday with sunny skies and highs in the low 80s
Rain returns Sunday afternoon and is widespread Sunday night into Monday morning
Morning Rush
The overnight storms are clearing out, though a few lingering showers are expected early this morning. Some of those storms packed gusty winds, so watch for wet roads and stray debris on I-287 and the Saw Mill and Hutchinson River parkways. Give yourself extra time for the commute. Metro-North's Harlem and Hudson lines should run on schedule, but skies will be improving as you head out, so you likely won't need the umbrella this afternoon.
Rest of Thursday
Skies turn mostly sunny for the afternoon, and this will be the warmest day of the forecast, with highs climbing into the mid and upper 80s. The air will feel a bit more humid than yesterday, with the heat index nudging up close to 90. There's a chance an isolated shower pops up during the afternoon or early evening, but most of the day should stay dry, and any showers that do form should move through quickly.
Friday
Friday looks great. High pressure starts building in, bringing drier air and sunny skies. Temperatures sit in the low 80s, and the lower humidity will make it feel noticeably more comfortable than the past few days. It's a good day to be outside, whether that's a hike or catching the free Zumba throwback celebration at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla Friday evening. A stray shower is possible later Friday evening, but it's a low risk and thunderstorms are not expected.
The Weekend: Sunny start then Sunday showers
Saturday is the pick of the weekend, with sunny skies, low-80s highs, and comfortable, dry air as high pressure sits right overhead, great weather for anything you have planned outdoors. Sunday starts off mostly sunny, but rain becomes more likely by Sunday afternoon and continues into Monday, so earlier in the weekend is the safer bet for outdoor plans. There's still some uncertainty on exact timing and impacts, so keep an eye on the forecast.
On the Water
Coastal flooding remains a concern tonight for low-lying spots along the Hudson due to the moon phase widening the tidal swing. Flooding concerns ease slightly for Friday. Boating conditions stay calm through the weekend with no major wind or wave concerns on the Long Island Sound or Hudson River.
