Warmer than average temperatures with rain to end the week.
Parts of Long Island will hit 70 this week. A storm will break the dry streak with rainy weather Thursday into Weekend.
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Happy Monday! We're kicking off the first full week of November with some beautiful weather across Long Island. We'll enjoy mostly sunny skies today, although a few clouds will mix in from time to time. Temperatures will climb into the 60s this afternoon, making it another mild November day. That's above our average high of 59 degrees for this time of year. Overall, it's a great day to get outside, take a walk, enjoy the beautiful fall foliage or finish up some outdoor work before our weather pattern changes later this week. Take advantage of the sunshine and comfortable temperatures while they're here!
Tonight, we'll have partly cloudy skies with temperatures dropping into the 40s across Long Island. It will be a little chilly heading out early Tuesday morning, so you may want a light jacket.
Tuesday is Election Day, and the weather is looking great for heading to the polls! We'll have mostly sunny skies with just a few passing clouds and temperatures climbing into the middle 60s, with a few communities reaching the upper 60s. Whether you're voting early in the morning, during your lunch break or after work, you won't have to worry about any rain. It's a beautiful, dry and mild Election Day across Long Island, with no weather-related problems expected for voters heading out to cast their ballots.
Wednesday looks like another beautiful day across Long Island, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the 60s to around 70 degrees. That's well above average for early November! We're enjoying a nice stretch of mild November weather, and Wednesday may be one of the warmest days of the week. If you have any outdoor projects, yard work or fall cleanup to finish, Monday through Wednesday will be your best opportunities. It's also a great stretch of weather for outdoor sports, afternoon walks and enjoying the remaining fall colors. However, changes are on the way as we head toward the end of the week, so enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
By Thursday, we'll start to notice more clouds moving into the area as our next storm system approaches. Much of the day may remain dry, but some showers could develop late in the afternoon or evening. High temperatures will still be in the 60s, so the mild weather continues. The bigger concern comes Thursday night into Friday as we watch a developing storm system that could bring periods of rain and gusty winds to Long Island. Some of the rain could become heavy at times, depending on how the storm develops. We'll also be keeping a close eye on the potential for stronger wind gusts, especially along the coast and across the East End. The exact track, timing and strength of this system are still uncertain, so we'll continue fine-tuning the forecast over the next several days.
Looking ahead to the weekend, some unsettled weather could linger into Saturday, with additional periods of rain and the possibility of gusty winds, especially during the first part of the day. Temperatures will generally remain in the 60s, keeping conditions relatively mild despite the clouds and rain. The good news is that we should gradually begin drying out later Saturday as the storm system moves away. If you have outdoor sporting events, fall activities or weekend plans, keep an eye on the forecast, as the timing of the rain could still change. It's a good idea to clear leaves from storm drains and gutters ahead of the wet weather, especially with plenty of leaves now falling from the trees. For now, enjoy the beautiful weather through Wednesday, take advantage of the great Election Day forecast on Tuesday, and keep the umbrella handy for the end of the week. We'll continue tracking the late-week storm and updating the forecast as we get closer.
