Forecast period: Thursday, April 30, 2026 — sourced from the National Weather Service New York (OKX), issued 4:59 AM EDT.
New York City wakes up Thursday morning to lingering showers and fog as an overnight system exits east across Long Island. Conditions improve through mid-morning, but a cold front sweeping across the metro this afternoon will trigger a second round of isolated showers before clearing by evening. The day stays mostly cloudy with a high near 61°F in Manhattan, 63–64°F in the outer boroughs. Tonight turns cooler and drier, with lows near 49°F as northwest winds arrive.
Borough Forecast at a Glance
| Borough | High | Conditions | Rain Chance | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan | 61°F | Mostly cloudy, chance showers | 30% | NE 5–12 mph |
| Bronx | 63°F | Mostly cloudy, chance showers | 34% | NE 3–9 mph |
| Brooklyn | 64°F | Mostly cloudy, chance showers | 40% | NE 5–9 mph |
| Queens | 63°F | Mostly cloudy, chance showers | 41% | NE 5–9 mph |
| Staten Island | 64°F | Mostly cloudy, slight chance showers | 22% | N 2–7 mph |
NYC Service Impacts for Thursday
🚇 MTA Subway & Bus
No weather-related subway suspensions. However, an active switch problem near 125 St is causing downtown C trains to run express from 145 St to 125 St as of early this morning. Riders needing 135 St should board an uptown local train and transfer. All other subway lines operating normally. Bus service citywide is on regular schedule; wet pavement from overnight rain may slow surface routes during the morning rush. Check MTA Alerts for real-time updates.
🅿️ Alternate Side Parking
Alternate side parking rules are in effect today. No holiday suspension applies for April 30. Move your car on schedule. Parking meters are in effect citywide.
🗑️ DSNY Garbage & Recycling
Sanitation pickup is running on a normal Thursday schedule. No weather-related service changes expected. Set out trash and recycling per your building’s regular collection time.
🏫 NYC Schools (DOE)
All NYC public schools are open on a normal schedule. Temperatures in the high 50s to low 60s do not meet the DOE threshold for school closure or mandatory indoor recess. Individual principals may opt for indoor recess during the morning shower window — most likely in Brooklyn and Queens, where rain chances reach 40–41%.
Resident Decision Guide
- Biking: Rain-gear day. The morning commute carries the highest precipitation risk (30–41% by borough). Roads are wet from overnight rain. Watch slick painted crosswalk markings and metal grate surfaces.
- Driving: Alternate side parking is in effect — know your street’s posted cleaning time. Allow extra time at the Lincoln and Holland Tunnels, which typically slow on rainy mornings.
- Subway: Check the C line alert before heading out. All other lines normal as of 5 AM EDT.
- Outdoor plans: A lighter window between roughly 11 AM–2 PM exists before the cold front showers. Friday is the better day — forecast sunny with a 62°F high.
- What to wear: Light jacket plus a water-resistant layer. High of 61°F but winds shift northwest this afternoon and temperatures slide to 59°F by late day.
Bigger Picture: Cold Front Today, Weekend Rain Risk Saturday Night
The NWS Area Forecast Discussion issued at 4:42 AM EDT confirms a cold front crossing the metro this afternoon and pushing offshore by evening, delivering dry and sunny conditions Friday. The weekend introduces a new complication: a coastal low developing off the Carolinas Saturday is tracking 250–300 miles southeast of Long Island. NWS has increased rain chances for late Saturday and Saturday night. No significant rain, wind, or coastal impacts are expected — but pack a jacket for weekend outdoor plans. Next week warms into the mid-60s Monday before another frontal system arrives Tuesday.
Source: National Weather Service New York — OKX Forecast, generated April 30, 2026 at 4:59 AM EDT. Valid through May 6, 2026.
