Spring Weather Switch: Rain, Wind, and Allergies Hit Staten Island

Staten Island is about to face a spring mood swing this week. After a taste of warm 80-degree days last week, the upcoming forecast is bringing it back to typical spring unpredictability. Rain showers are expected to roll in starting Sunday, kicking off a stretch of days that feel more like April than the summer-like warmth of the recent past. High temperatures will struggle to crack 60, with nighttime lows dipping into the 40s or even 30s. Wednesday might bring a small break with temperatures in the high 60s, but even that day comes with showers and breezy conditions up to 18 mph.By Thursday, the sun tries to make a comeback with temperatures reaching the low 70s, making it feel almost warm again. Friday looks like the nicest day of the pack with partly cloudy skies and highs in the 60s, though clouds return over the weekend. The weekend forecast promises overcast skies, temperatures in the 60s, and winds around 20 mph—basically the opposite of last week’s brief taste of summer. If the rain and wind weren’t enough to complain about, allergy sufferers are in for a tough week. Tree pollen levels in New York City are staying stubbornly high, with grass pollen on the rise too. Experts advise keeping doors and windows shut to keep the sneezing at bay, especially when gusty winds are carrying pollen everywhere. Early morning outdoor workouts are a bad idea for those sensitive to allergens, and showering after coming inside can help wash away the irritants. Running an air filter with a HEPA rating indoors might also provide some relief.