AccuWeather: Warm, a bit more humid

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

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NEW YORK (WABC) -- Warm and humid weather will continue across the Tri-State area for the next couple of days as summer makes one more push before the autumnal equinox arrives on Sept. 22.

Temperatures are expected to climb into the 80s on both Wednesday and Thursday, with only a few scattered showers interrupting otherwise pleasant conditions. Any early morning showers will be most likely from New York City southward, but no severe weather is expected and there are currently no weather alerts in effect.

Wednesday will feature a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the low to mid-80s. A south-southwest breeze will make it feel warmer as humidity gradually increases. While most areas will stay dry, a widely scattered shower or sprinkle cannot be ruled out during the afternoon, mainly north and west of the city.

Along area beaches, southerly winds of 10 to 20 mph will create choppy conditions. Waves are expected to range from 2 to 4 feet, occasionally reaching 5 feet. Water temperatures remain in the 70s, and the risk of dangerous rip currents will be elevated, ranging from moderate to high. Air quality is expected to be moderate, with pollen levels running medium to high and a high UV index forecast for Wednesday.

Clouds will increase Wednesday night after a dry start. Conditions will become breezier and more humid, with showers developing late. Those showers are expected to linger into Thursday morning, especially from the city southward, creating the best chance for wet weather during the morning commute. Skies should brighten at times later in the day, although another shower or thunderstorm could develop during the afternoon or early evening.

Friday is shaping up to be the pick of the forecast with quieter weather, lower humidity and comfortable temperatures. Much of Saturday also looks dry before showers potentially arrive Saturday night. Sunday is expected to be cloudier and more humid, with scattered showers possible and temperatures near 79 degrees.

Conditions improve once again early next week, with pleasant weather returning Monday and Tuesday before the next chance of showers arrives sometime Tuesday night into Wednesday.