Gusty winds today; tracking a storm with rain and wind to end the week for Long Island
Wind gusts to 30 mph for today. Tracking threat of heavy rain and gusty winds Thursday evening into Friday.
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We're starting off our Monday with a mixture of sunshine and clouds across Long Island, but the big weather story today will be the breeze. Winds will be gusting around 30 mph at times, making it feel a little cooler than the actual temperature. We can't rule out a couple of isolated showers during the first part of the day, but most of the afternoon will be dry. High temperatures will climb into the upper 50s, which is pretty typical for this time of year. Overall, not a bad start to the workweek, but you'll definitely want to keep a light jacket handy, especially if you're spending time outdoors.
For tonight, skies will become mostly clear, and we'll notice a definite chill in the air. Temperatures will drop into the 30s and lower 40s across Long Island, with some of our typically colder spots, especially around the Pine Barrens, seeing the lowest readings. If you're heading out early Tuesday morning, make sure you have that warmer jacket ready. It will be a chilly start to the day, especially for the kids waiting at the bus stop. Tuesday is looking pretty good overall, with a mixture of sunshine and clouds. It will remain breezy at times, with afternoon temperatures climbing to around 55 to 60 degrees. Despite the breeze, we'll enjoy plenty of dry weather, making it a decent day for outdoor activities or getting some yard work done.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, Veterans Day, the weather is looking fantastic across Long Island! We're expecting plenty of sunshine, dry conditions and afternoon high temperatures near 64 degrees. That's a few degrees above our typical average for this time of year. It should be a beautiful day for Veterans Day ceremonies, parades and other outdoor events honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. If you're heading out to a morning ceremony, you may need a light jacket, but by the afternoon, conditions should be quite comfortable. It's also a great opportunity to enjoy some of the remaining fall foliage or get outside for a walk. Most importantly, let's take a moment to thank our veterans for their service and sacrifice.
Our attention then turns to late Thursday into Friday as we're tracking another storm system that could bring a period of unsettled weather to Long Island. Thursday may start off with some dry weather, but clouds will increase as we head through the day, with rain becoming possible later Thursday into Thursday night. Friday is shaping up to be the more unsettled day, with periods of rain and the potential for gusty winds. Some of the rain could come down heavily at times, depending on how the storm develops. We'll be watching the timing closely, especially for the Friday morning commute. With so many leaves now on the ground, clogged storm drains could contribute to localized street flooding and ponding on roadways if heavier downpours develop. Remember to slow down, allow extra travel time and never drive through flooded roadways.
The bottom line is that we have some pretty nice November weather to enjoy before our next storm arrives. Tuesday looks decent despite the breeze, and Wednesday, Veterans Day, is shaping up to be the pick of the week, with sunshine and temperatures near 64 degrees. Take advantage of the dry weather to finish up any outdoor projects, clean leaves away from gutters and storm drains, and secure any loose outdoor decorations or furniture ahead of the potential gusty winds later in the week. If you're planning to travel Friday, keep an eye on the forecast, as rain and wind could make for a slower commute. We'll continue to track the storm and fine-tune the timing, rainfall amounts and wind gusts as we get closer. In the meantime, enjoy the sunshine, have a wonderful Veterans Day, and thank you to all our veterans for your service!
