Fri May 02 10:00:00 UTC 2025: **Local Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Chance of Severe Weather**

NEW YORK, NY – Expect widespread thunderstorms today, with locally heavy rainfall, particularly in the morning. The National Weather Service has issued a warning of a few potentially severe storms. Highs will reach 69°F, with northwest winds at 5 to 10 mph. Rain is virtually guaranteed (100% chance), with near an inch of accumulation expected. Showers will continue into the evening, transitioning to overcast skies overnight. Lows will dip to around 55°F, with light and variable winds. There’s a 40% chance of rain overnight.

**(Separate, unrelated item):** Kerry Washington and Omar Sy made an appearance at a screening of “Shadow Force” at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City on Thursday, May 1st, 2025.

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