NYC weather: Torrential downpours, severe storms possible again Tuesday

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Storms cancel thousands of flights across region

It's a quieter day today weather wise, but there are still some pretty intense storms moving through the tri-state area, causing thousands of flights to be canceled or delayed.

The threat of severe weather remains Tuesday across the tri-state area, bringing the potential of torrential rain, strong thunderstorms, damaging winds, and even some small hail.

Severe weather outlook

  • Almost all of New Jersey, as well as parts of New York state, are under a marginal risk.
  • A river flood warning has been issued in Morris County until Wednesday at 2 a.m.

Storm impacts

  • Damaging winds and small hail are both possible.
  • Rain could become heavy at times.

Storm timing

  • The line of showers and storms will enter New Jersey around 3 p.m., and will gradually move east into the city by 7 p.m.
  • The Wednesday morning commute should be dry, followed by a mix of sun and clouds throughout the day.
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Storms strand travelers at Newark Airport

Storms sweeping through the tri-state area have stranded thousands of travelers at airports across the region. FOX 5 New York's Teresa Priolo visits Newark Liberty Airport to see how bad the delays are.

LaGuardia Airport Status

  • Arrivals are delayed an average of 60 minutes, with times expected to increase.

Newark Airport Status

  • According to the FAA, Newark Airport is in a ground delay.
  • The average delay is 22 minutes.

JFK Airport Status

  • There are no ground stops or delays at the moment, according to the FAA.