AccuWeather: Humid late, spot storm

AccuWeather forecast for NYC, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut

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NEW YORK (WABC) -- Wednesday will start with at least partly sunny skies before trending mostly cloudy through the day. While temperatures will remain relatively comfortable with highs in the low 80s, moisture moving up the coast will gradually increase humidity levels by the afternoon and evening.

The more significant change arrives Wednesday night as sticky conditions take hold and remain in place for the rest of the week. Although temperatures on Wednesday will not be excessively hot, the rising humidity will set the stage for a prolonged stretch of uncomfortable weather.

By Thursday, the combination of heat and humidity will make conditions feel much hotter than the actual temperature. Highs are expected to climb into the upper 80s through the weekend, with heat index values ranging from the mid-90s to above 100 degrees from Thursday through Sunday. The steamy air mass will also increase the potential for afternoon thunderstorms, with occasional downpours and the risk of localized flash flooding if storms repeatedly move through the same areas.

A cold front moving through on Friday could make storm activity somewhat more widespread, with some storms potentially producing gusty winds. Humid conditions will continue into Saturday with a mix of sun, clouds and the chance of an afternoon thunderstorm.

Sunday looks somewhat quieter, with only a slight chance of an isolated storm as a weakening cold front lingers nearby. While conditions will remain very humid, overall weather appears favorable for the Dominican Day Parade.
Those attending are encouraged to stay hydrated as the steamy conditions persist.