Fire Risk Elevated this weekend; Warmer Weather Builds Across Long Island Next Week
Breezy and dry conditions raise fire concerns through Sunday, followed by a steady warmup with springlike temperatures.
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ELEVATED RISK OF FIRE SPREAD THROUGH SUNDAY
An elevated risk of fire spread is in place across Long Island through Sunday.
Gusty northwest winds between 25 and 30 mph combined with low relative humidity near 30 percent, will create favorable conditions for fires to ignite and spread. Dry vegetation and limited recent rainfall will increase the risk. Outdoor burning is discouraged, and residents should use caution with any open flames. The winds will shift on Sunday, blowing from the south, but still reach gusts around 20 mph in the afternoon.
TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY
Winds will gradually ease tonight as high pressure builds in, allowing for a calm and cool overnight period. Lows will fall into the 30s and lower 40s.
Sunday remains dry with a mix of sunshine and passing clouds. An ocean breeze will develop, keeping temperatures mainly in the 50s. While winds will be lighter, dry conditions persist and continue to support an elevated fire risk.
EARLY NEXT WEEK: WARMING TREND
A gradual warmup begins Monday and becomes more noticeable by Tuesday.
Highs will climb into the 60s on Monday and reach the 70s in many locations on Tuesday, though coastal areas may stay slightly cooler due to onshore flow. Expect a mix of sunshine and clouds, with a slight chance for an isolated afternoon shower or thunderstorm.
MID TO LATE NEXT WEEK: MILDER PATTERN HOLDS
The warmest weather arrives by midweek.
By Wednesday, inland parts of Long Island could reach the 70s, while coastal areas remain a few degrees cooler. A cold front may bring scattered showers and thunderstorms late Wednesday into early Thursday.
Following the front, temperatures dip slightly but remain above average into Friday, with dry weather returning to close out the week.
