**Rainy Wednesday Ahead for the Big Apple: Cooler Temperatures Expected** A low-pressure system is set to bring a significant shift in the weather for New York City and surrounding areas on Wednesday. Residents can expect a cooler and rainier day, with forecasters predicting scattered showers and thunderstorms throughout the morning and afternoon. Temperatures will be down from the previous day's highs, making it a great day to grab an umbrella and bundle up. According to the latest First Alert Weather forecast, commuters can expect a soggy morning commute, but the rain is expected to clear by evening, giving way to partly cloudy skies and a slight chance of lingering showers.
First Alert Weather: Cooler, rainy Wednesday in New York - 5/5/26 CBS News