Overview –
A passing cold front will result in thunderstorms impacting the NYC area
this afternoon. The front will slowly pass the region later tonight
ending the chance of precipitation. Drier and warmer weather is expected
through Thursday.

Convection –
Thunderstorm activity will develop in the region after 2 PM. Scattered
strong thunderstorms will continue through the evening rush hour. Some
of these thunderstorms may become severe. Strong gusty winds near 50
MPH, small hail, and frequent lightning are possible.

Precipitation –
Brief torrential downpours are possible in the stronger thunderstorms.
Localized and nuisance type urban flooding is possible in areas where
stronger cells pass, however, widespread rainfall flooding is not
expected.  Rainfall rates are not expected to reach 1 inch per hour for
a whole hour.

NWS Products –
There are no products currently in effect for New York City at this
time. There is the possibility for the following products to be issued
during the afternoon period: Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Severe
Thunderstorm Warning & Urban Flood Advisories.

(YWN Desk – NYC)