Unstable weather patterns will dominate three states for much of the coming week. Showers and storms are possible almost daily, some of which may be severe and produce locally heavy rainfall.
A low pressure system off the coast of New England puts much of the Northeast at risk for showers and storms on Monday. They will be hit or miss, but may bring downpours. Long Island is likely to see the heaviest rainfall, with localized flooding possible in low-lying areas.
Isolated strong to severe storms will begin Monday night. The strongest winds that could bring damaging winds and/or hail will be concentrated in central and southern Jersey, but thunder is possible across the area.
Wind gusts could exceed 50 mph and be strong enough to knock branches off trees and knock down power lines. Hail can be up to an inch in diameter and can dent car roofs and crack windshields. If possible, park your car in a garage.
As the coastal low begins to weaken and subside, chances for storms gradually decrease by Tuesday.
No rain for most of Tuesday. Scattered storms will reappear in the evening and become more common overnight. The storm could continue into Wednesday morning's commute, causing locally heavy rainfall. Scattered showers and storms will continue throughout the day Wednesday ahead of the arrival of the cold front.
Thursday is our only chance for complete dryness this week. But this will also be the time when temperatures start to rise, with highs near 90 degrees and heat indexes reaching into the upper 90s.
Scattered storms return Friday and continue into the weekend. Carry an umbrella with you and check out StormTracker 4 on the NBC New York app often!
