New York City wakes up on the first day of June to mostly sunny skies, but don’t let the sunshine fool you — it’s running cooler than typical for the calendar date. The National Weather Service forecast for the five boroughs calls for highs in the lower 70s citywide, with brisk north winds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts reaching up to 30 mph making it feel more like late April than early June.
Forecast Period: Monday, June 1, 2026
Source: National Weather Service, New York (OKX) — forecast.weather.gov
Borough-by-Borough Breakdown
Manhattan: Mostly sunny with highs in the mid 60s. North winds 15–20 mph, gusts to 30 mph. Exposed corridors like the Brooklyn Bridge walkway and the High Line will feel noticeably windier than the forecast temperature suggests.
Brooklyn & Queens: Sunny skies, highs reaching the lower 70s. Sustained north winds in the afternoon — keep that in mind if you’re heading to Jamaica Bay or the Rockaways, where coastal gusts can be stronger.
The Bronx: Lower 70s with northerly winds 15–20 mph. Pelham Bay Park and Van Cortlandt Park offer good outdoor conditions despite the breeze — see the Bronx feature below for more.
Staten Island: Lower 70s, sunny, and breezy. Shore breezes off the Kill Van Kull and Arthur Kill combine with the northerly flow for a gusty feel along the waterfront. Use caution if you’re heading out on the water.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Lows drop to the lower 50s — unusually cool for June 1. Northeast winds 10–15 mph easing to around 5 mph after midnight. Bring a jacket if you’re out late.
What New Yorkers Need to Know Today
🚇 MTA Subway
The MTA’s planned weekend service changes for May 29–June 1 wrap up this morning. Early risers commuting before 5 AM may encounter residual disruptions on the A, F, N, 1, and R trains. Full scheduled service on all lines resumes by early Monday morning. Check mta.info/alerts for real-time status. No weather-related subway delays are expected for today’s commute.
🏫 NYC Public Schools
NYC public schools are open today. The 2025–2026 school year runs through June 26, 2026. Today’s conditions — sunny, low humidity, no precipitation — are well within normal outdoor activity parameters. No outdoor recess restrictions expected.
🅿️ Alternate Side Parking
Alternate side parking is in effect today. June 1 is a regular street cleaning day — no holiday or emergency suspension is in place. The next scheduled ASP suspension is Juneteenth, Friday, June 19, 2026. Check NYC 311 for your block’s specific schedule.
🗑️ DSNY Garbage & Recycling
Regular collection is on today. June 1 is not a city holiday. DSNY runs normal garbage, recycling, and composting collection on standard Monday routes throughout all five boroughs.
🌀 Hurricane Season Begins Today
June 1 marks the official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. There are no active storms or advisories affecting New York City at this time. It’s a good day to review your household emergency plan — NYC Emergency Management offers a preparedness checklist at nyc.gov/em.
Resident Decision Guide
If you bike today: Doable, but plan for headwinds. North winds 15–20 mph mean a harder push heading southbound on the Hudson River Greenway and East River waterfront. Wear a windbreaker — the sunshine masks how cold the gusts feel at speed.
If you’re running in the park: Good conditions. Sunny, low humidity, no precipitation risk. Dress one layer warmer than you might expect for early June.
If you drive: ASP is in effect — check your block’s cleaning schedule. Normal traffic conditions expected once weekend MTA construction crews wrap up by 5 AM.
Looking Ahead: Tuesday, June 2
Temperatures rebound Tuesday with highs in the mid 70s and northwest winds easing to 5–10 mph. The week ahead trends warmer and calmer.
Forecast sourced from the National Weather Service, New York (OKX): NYZ072 (Manhattan) and NYZ073 (Bronx). MTA weekend service changes from mta.info. Alternate side parking status from NYC DOT.
