Clouds and showers on Long Island this weekend

It's not a washout, but the weekend isn't perfect. Here's the latest timing on the rain.

Alex Calamia

Jun 7, 2025, 10:14 AM

Updated 8 hr ago

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WHAT TO KNOW:
  • RIP CURRENT STATEMENT: A High Risk of Rip Currents is expected today.
  • Showers and an isolated thunderstorm expected between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
  • Mainly cloudy but rain less likely this evening and Sunday.
  • Next storm arrives Tuesday.
  • Hot Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
On and off downpours are expected this morning through midday on Long Island. The chance for rain decreases in the evening. Dinner plans look mainly dry, although mostly cloudy. Sunday also looks generally dry and cloudy, but we can't rule out a stray shower.
It's been a warm and humid finish to the week. We nearly tied the record yesterday for "warmest daily low temperature". The record was 68F, set just last year. Yesterday's low was 67F. Today is another hot and sweaty start, but cloudy skies and on and off morning downpours will keep temperatures in the 70s. Here's what to expect for the next few days.
TODAY: Grab the umbrella
On and off showers are expected this morning with the heaviest rain between 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Some clearing after 5 p.m. Highs in the mid 70s.
SUNDAY: Stray Shower & Cloudy
A light shower is possible, otherwise expect generally cloudy skies. Highs in the low to mid 70s.
MONDAY: Cool & Still Cloudy
A stray shower in the morning, then breezy and overcast. Highs in the mid to upper 60s.
TUESDAY: Heavy Rain Possible
Showers expected in the morning, then a few afternoon storms. Highs near 70.
WEDNESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY: Hot
Temperatures climb into the 80s and could approach 90 in a few neighborhoods by Thursday. Expect plenty of sun Wednesday & Thursday with more clouds and Friday.
NEXT WEEKEND: Rain Possible Saturday
Another storm system could bring rain for Saturday. Temperatures are close to average, near 80.