| 16 April 2010
UPDATE: 4/16/10, 5:20 PM: Steve has checked in with the following:
Showers and thunderstorms will move through the Bronx this evening. Initially the showers will be scattered with some breaks in the rainfall through 9 PM. At 9 PM a line of organized strong thunderstorms is expected with very heavy downpours, wind gusts up to 40 mph, and occasional lightning. Temperatures will range from 57 to 53 degrees through the game. Winds will veer from the east to northwest around 5 to 10 mph. I expect the switch in winds around 7:30 to 8 PM. The winds will be weak enough not to impact the game, however the winds will be blowing out. Clearly, the main threat is the rainfall.
Look out after 9 PM people. Stay safe out there!
Rain is in the forecast for the Yankees' Friday night showdown with the Rangers, so as always Steve from NYNJPAWeather.com is on hand, providing special forecasts exclusively for NYYSI. This was a popular feature on the blog last year and we're extremely happy that Steve is back for another season! Steve's website recently launched a premium, members only section. If you appreciate his spectacular independent meteorology, please sign up for his premium service.
Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are forecast, especially after 8 PM. Winds will veer towards the northwest around 5 mph which will blow out towards right field, however the showers will have a high potential to at least produce a delay in the game if not a postponement. Temperatures will range from 60 to 56 degrees. Very raw conditions expected, so bring a jacket and a lot of patience.
Game Delay Potential: HIGH Showers and thunderstorms approaching from the Hudson Valley and northern New Jersey will approach the Bronx. These showers will be capable of heavy downpours and produce very poor playing conditions.
Game Postponement: MODERATE The extent and development of the showers and isolated thunderstorms will be key. There is potential for a break in the rainfall long enough to get at least 6 innings in before the rain is too heavy to play in.
As always, we'll provide updates if anything changes. For now, you can track the radar below, and click here for the latest image.
