New York City has already seen a wet start to September, with Central Park’s cumulative rainfall still just shy of the seasonal average. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on the coming days, as the forecast calls for additional showers that could tip the month’s totals over the mean. While the early rainfall has been heavier than usual, the park’s overall precipitation remains slightly below the long‑term norm, giving residents a chance to gauge whether the rainy spell will continue or taper off.
New York City is off to a wet start to September, but Central Park’s yearly rainfall total remains slightly below average as forecasters monitor the potential for more rain this month.