STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Residents of Staten Island should prepare for a warm and potentially stormy Thursday, with temperatures rising into the low 80s and a chance of evening thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, a cold front approaching from the west will bring increased moisture and the possibility of showers overnight.
The weather service forecasts temperatures climbing to the low 80s during the day, with southerly winds increasing to 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph. Showers and thunderstorms are most likely to develop late Thursday evening, with the western areas having the highest chance of precipitation. Overnight low temperatures will remain warm, dropping only into the low 60s.
Fire weather conditions will be a concern, particularly in the afternoon, with relative humidity dropping to 40-45% in some areas. The weather service has issued a special weather statement highlighting elevated fire growth potential for the region, though expected rainfall later in the evening should help mitigate these risks.
For Friday, Staten Island can expect continued warm conditions with temperatures remaining in the low to middle 80s. Another cold front is expected to approach Saturday, bringing a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon and evening.
The extended forecast suggests a cooling trend will follow the weekend, with temperatures dropping to near or slightly below normal early next week as Canadian high pressure builds in from the west.
A draft of this story was generated using AI. It was reviewed, edited and approved by Advance/SILive.com staff.
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