Residents in the 5 Towns and Nassau County areas should brace themselves for a significant weather event as a strong storm system approaches the region. Beginning with light showers Sunday morning, the precipitation is expected to intensify into a steady rain later in the afternoon, with the possibility of heavy rain and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. Rainfall totals could reach up to 1 inch before sunset, making for a damp and dreary end to the day.
Temperature-wise, the day will see a climb to near 60 degrees, but it comes with a trade-off – winds that start light in the morning are expected to pick up, reaching sustained speeds of 15 to 30 mph in the afternoon. This combination of rain and wind may create challenging conditions for outdoor activities and travel.
As the day progresses, the storm system will make its presence felt more strongly, with a Red Alert in effect from late afternoon on Sunday through the morning hours of Monday. A Yellow Alert has been issued for the earlier part of Sunday.
A High Wind Warning is set to go into effect at 4 p.m. Sunday and will last through 11 a.m. Monday for Suffolk County, where peak gusts of 60 mph are possible late Sunday night. Additionally, a Wind Advisory will cover Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and the Jersey Shore, with peak gusts of 50 mph expected late Sunday night.
The period from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday is crucial, as a potent cold front charges into the region, triggering the onset of rain. The weather conditions are expected to escalate, with waves of showers following an initial moderate batch.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts, take necessary precautions, and be mindful of the potential for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. This weather event is anticipated to conclude around sunrise on Monday, leaving behind cooler temperatures and a very breezy day with a WNW wind at 20-30 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. Highs on Monday are expected in the mid-40s, with lows in the 30s.
🌬️ Not to be a Grinch, but with tomorrow's High Wind Watch in NYC, now is the perfect time to secure any outdoor furnishings and holiday decor that could become dislodged.
Let’s make sure to keep any Santas on the loose to today only. 🤞 pic.twitter.com/K5MXPv4IV2
— NYC Emergency Management (@nycemergencymgt) December 9, 2023
Clogged catch basins = flooding.
Make sure you clear your sidewalks, including 18 inches into the street, of leaves and debris before the rain starts to help prevent flooding and ponding.
Report clogged catch basins at https://t.co/7u3a8GJnSY.@NYCWater https://t.co/2A1BjTAXxY
— New York City 311 (@nyc311) December 10, 2023
