Times Square Weather: New Year's Eve Crowds Won't Freeze In NYC

TIMES SQUARE, NY – Lack of bathroom breaks and an alcohol-free New Year are problems Times Square revelers won't be able to avoid this year, but at least they won't freeze.

Unlike years past when partygoers at the Crossroads of the World have shivered in brutal winter temperatures while waiting for the ball to drop, 2020 is forecast to be ushered in with unseasonable warmth.

As the crowds gather Tuesday, they'll enjoy sunshine and temperatures reaching 44 degrees, the National Weather Service said.

As it gets closer to midnight, the throngs of thousands will enjoy clear skies with a low of around 34 degrees and a wind chill between 25 and 30.

Here's the forecast in full:

New Year's Eve
Cloudy during the early evening, then gradual clearing, with a low around 34. Wind chill values between 25 and 30. West wind 14 to 17 mph.

New Year's Day
Mostly sunny, with a high near 44. Wind chill values between 25 and 35. West wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Wednesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 34. Wind chill values between 25 and 30. West wind 8 to 16 mph.

Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 50. West wind 9 to 14 mph.

Thursday Night
Rain likely, mainly after 4am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 39. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.