NYC Weather Forecast: 'Damaging' Winds, Heavy Rain Monday Night

NEW YORK, NY — The city will be battered with heavy rains and dangerous winds Monday night through Tuesday morning, government weather officials warned, as a powerful "nor'easter" storm churns its way along the coastline. For the latest info on the storm, sign up to receive Patch's daily newsletter and free, real-time news alerts for your NYC neighborhood.

"Take this one seriously," NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio urged on news radio Monday. "Make sure in the evening rush hour to expect a lot of rain, a lot of wind."

"If folks are thinking of working late and have to drive home, it's probably not the best night to do that," the mayor said. "Try and get out earlier if you can. Drive carefully — don't rush. Because it's going to be tough conditions tonight."

Winds were expected to whip through city streets at around 30 to 40 miles per hour on Monday, with some gusts up to 60 mph. A "high wind warning" issued by the National Weather Service means these winds could be life-threatening.

"Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines," the weather service said. "Numerous power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult."

Coastal flood warnings and flash flood warnings have also been issued in all five boroughs through Tuesday morning.

"New York City is expecting strong, gusty winds and two to three inches of rain Monday, with possible minor to moderate coastal flooding in vulnerable areas along the coast," NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Joseph Esposito said. "We’re urging New Yorkers to use extra caution when outdoors Monday and allow for extra travel time during tomorrow’s commutes. Coastal residents in vulnerable neighborhoods should take steps to protect their property ahead of this storm."

The rain was expected to begin coming down hard near dusk Monday and intensify through the night. While it won't be cold enough outside for any snow or ice to form, temperatures around 40 degrees should still be enough to make the night extra miserable.

Here's what the hour-by-hour forecast looks like for Monday night and Tuesday morning, according to Weather.com:

7 p.m.: 100 percent chance of rain, 20 mph winds, 38 degrees

8 p.m.: 100 percent chance of rain, 22 mph winds, 39 degrees

9 p.m.: 100 percent chance of rain, 23 mph winds, 40 degrees

10 p.m.: 100 percent chance of rain, 24 mph winds, 41 degrees

11 p.m.: 95 percent chance of rain, 27 mph winds, 41 degrees

12 a.m.: 95 percent chance of rain, 27 mph winds, 42 degrees

1 a.m.: 80 percent chance of rain, 26 mph winds, 42 degrees

2 a.m.: 95 percent chance of rain, 26 mph winds, 42 degrees

3 a.m.: 90 percent chance of rain, 27 mph winds, 42 degrees

4 a.m.: 85 percent chance of rain, 26 mph winds, 42 degrees

5 a.m.: 75 percent chance of rain, 25 mph winds, 42 degrees

6 a.m.: 55 percent chance of rain, 24 mph winds, 42 degrees

7 a.m.: 45 percent chance of rain, 22 mph winds, 42 degrees

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