Sat Mar 15 11:50:00 UTC 2025: **Tri-state Area Braces for Windy, Rainy St. Patrick’s Day Weekend**

NEW YORK, NY — A weekend of unsettled weather is in store for the Tri-state area, with rain and strong winds expected to impact St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, though the parade itself should remain dry.

While Saturday will be mostly cloudy with light mist and sprinkles, the main weather event will be Sunday night into Monday morning. A powerful storm system currently impacting the Midwest and Southeast will bring showers and gusty winds to the region. Sustained winds of 10-15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph are predicted for Sunday, potentially impacting the NYC Half Marathon. The worst of the storm will arrive overnight Sunday, with gusts potentially reaching 60 mph. This could lead to downed tree branches and power lines. Isolated severe weather is possible.

While significant flooding is not anticipated, minor flooding in low-lying areas is a concern. Monday morning commuters should allow extra travel time and have alternate routes planned. Rainfall totals are expected to range from 0.5 to 1 inch across most of the region, with 1-2 inches possible on Long Island.

Thankfully, the rain is expected to clear out of New York City before the start of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Monday. Afternoon sunshine and temperatures in the upper 50s are forecast, making for pleasant parade viewing, though a jacket is recommended.

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