Synopsis:
Conditions through the end of the week will be dominated by stalled low pressure over Maine. This will result in a persistent Northwest Flow. Because of this, temperatures will be near seasonable levels today and below average for Thursday and Friday. The average highs are in the mid to upper 70s. Sun and clouds are expected through this timeframe. By Friday, the low will pivot to Southern New England. The will result in mainly cloudy skies with the chance of showers.
Smokey conditions will continue for today from the wildfires in Quebec. An Air Quality alert has been issued for much of the tri-state area. Those with respiratory issues should limit time outside. The smoke will make for a spectacular sunrise and sunset. What was truly amazing was the smell from the fires. I have never experienced that. Crazy to say the least.
Significant rainfall is not likely during the next 5 days. We desperately need rain. Any spotty showers today and Friday will not help the deficit.
By the weekend, the low will finally weaken and move out to sea. Mainly sunny skies are expected as a ridge of high pressure works into the region. Temperatures will be in near seasonable averages.
Stay tuned.
Keep it here for a no nonsense, no hype forecast.
Wednesday:
Smokey skies. Sun and clouds. Seasonable. Highs in the upper 70s. Northwest winds at 8-12mph with gusts to 20mph.
Tonight:
Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s in the City, the 40s and 50s inland. North winds at 5mph.
Thursday:
Partly sunny. Cooler. Highs in the lower 70s.
Friday:
Mostly cloudy. Spotty PM Showers. Cooler. Highs in the 60s to around 70º.
Saturday:
Mostly sunny. Milder. Highs in the upper 70s.
Sunday:
Mostly sunny. Highs around 80º.