Heat Wave Ends with a Splash: Central New York Weather Update
Central New York Weather Forecast
Mid‑week heat wave:
High pressure keeps skies clear.
Temperatures climbing toward the upper 80s; Friday could see nearly 90 °F in some spots.Sticking air:
A wind shift from the southwest brings more moisture.
Humidity rises, making the heat feel even stickier as the week closes.Saturday’s cold front:
First chance for rain since Monday.
Front carries ample moisture—thunderstorms likely as it moves across the region.
Uncertain pace:
Meteorologists unsure of front speed.
If it stalls, showers may continue into early next week; parts of Central New York could receive moderate to heavy rainfall from Saturday through Monday.Flood risk:
Slow‑moving storms over a single spot could trigger flash flooding locally.
However, the week’s dryness keeps overall flood risk low.Rain window:
Most rain expected from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning.
A lingering shower or single thunderstorm may appear on Sunday afternoon, but drier northwest air will arrive by Sunday evening, ending the wet spell.
