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Hazy skies linger across The Bronx ahead of a stormy Saturday

Wildfire smoke will keep skies hazy Friday before showers and thunderstorms move in Saturday.

Leanne Byer

Jul 16, 2026, 5:50 PM

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Bronx County NY Weather Alerts

Wildfire smoke will linger across the area through tonight and into Friday, leading to hazy skies at times.

While air quality may vary from one location to another, most of Friday will feature dry weather with a mix of sun and haze as temperatures climb into the upper 80s.

The next significant weather maker arrives Saturday. Showers become likely during the day before thunderstorms develop in the afternoon and evening. Some downpours could be heavy at times, making Saturday the wettest day of the forecast. Sunshine returns Sunday, followed by a warm start to next week before another round of showers and thunderstorms arrives Tuesday.

Friday: Mostly sunny and warm with periods of haze from lingering wildfire smoke. Highs in the upper 80s.

Saturday: Showers develop with thunderstorms becoming likely during the afternoon. Heavy downpours are possible. Highs in the low to mid-80s.

Sunday: Mostly sunny after an early shower. Highs in the mid-80s.

Monday: Sunny and warm. Highs in the mid-80s.

Tuesday: Partly sunny with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid-80s.

Wednesday: Partly sunny with a chance of showers. Highs in the low to mid-80s.

Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant. Highs in the low 80s.

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