New York prepares for quick weather flip

Staten Island will see some rain today, but not much. After a cool mid-60s Friday—a bit too chilly for mid-May—a big warmup is coming. The city’s temperature will jump from the comfortable 70s on Saturday to the low 80s on Sunday. By early next week, it could even hit the 90s, which is way above what’s normal for this time of year. Experts say these aren’t record-breaking highs, but they’ll feel unusually hot for late spring. A weather system will bring scattered showers and gusty winds up to 20 mph today before moving out tonight. The morning starts cloudy, but skies should clear by Friday night. Weekend weather looks calmer, with sunshine returning and temperatures climbing. The real surprise arrives Tuesday and Wednesday, when the heat turns up significantly. This sudden shift is due to a ridge of high pressure pushing warm air north.Not everyone will love the heatwave. Those sensitive to temperature swings might struggle with the rapid change from cool to hot. The humidity could rise too, making it feel heavier than the actual temperature. Outdoor plans might get an uncomfortable boost from the heat, especially for those used to milder May weather. By the end of next week, things could change again. A dip in the jet stream may cool things down and bring back rain by Friday, May 22. This pattern suggests New York’s spring is staying unpredictable.