New York and New Jersey to See Showers Tonight, Heavier Rain Midweek
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Residents across New York and New Jersey can expect showers and isolated thunderstorms tonight, with rainfall totals ranging from a few hundredths of an inch to as much as 0.75 inches. Inland areas are forecast to see heavier amounts, while Long Island is likely to experience lighter showers.
Tonight’s Rainfall Outlook
According to the National Weather Service in New York, rainfall will vary widely depending on location. Forecast models show areas such as Poughkeepsie, Middletown, and parts of Connecticut receiving up to half an inch of rain, while New York City and coastal Long Island may only collect around 0.20 inches overnight.
Drivers and commuters should be prepared for slick roads, reduced visibility, and travel delays as showers move across the region.
Midweek System to Bring Heavier Rain
Meteorologists say a brief lull in precipitation is expected Wednesday morning before a stronger storm system arrives Wednesday afternoon. That system is forecast to deliver 1 to 2 inches of widespread rain through Thursday night, with locally higher amounts possible in areas that experience thunderstorms.
This unsettled weather marks a shift typical of seasonal transitions, when short-lived thunderstorms and soaking rains are more likely across the tri-state region.
Travel and Safety Reminders
Officials urge drivers to take precautions during this period of wet weather. Key safety reminders include:
- Reduce speed on slick roads
- Maintain safe following distances in heavy rain
- Avoid flooded roadways, which can become dangerous quickly
Commuters should also plan for potential delays on highways and public transit during both tonight’s showers and the heavier midweek storms.
As fall weather patterns take hold, residents across New York and New Jersey should stay alert for shifting conditions and prepare for multiple rounds of rainfall. For more regional weather alerts and updates, continue following ChicagoMusicGuide.com.