The unsettled pattern exits the region today leaving way for a beautiful stretch of autumn weather leading into the weekend. Brilliant sunshine paired with dry conditions and mild afternoon temperatures will round out the next few days. So whether it be pumpkin picking, raking leaves, or just some good old outdoor exercise I think we are in for a treat.

Overnight temperatures may be cool so do keep an eye on any sensitive vegetation and if necessary move it inside! Keeping up with our almanac it is worthy to note 2011 has been the 7th wettest year on record so far in the NYC area.

A large ridge in the jetstream is allowing unusually warm air northward into Long Island. Today, Islip tied a record high of 79 degrees. But not only was it warm, but it was humid as well. The humidity made it feel more like the low to mid 80's, especially across the north shore. The one side effect to the humid conditions will be dense fog in spots tonight, so watch out for low visibility late tonight and early tomorrow morning. And if you like the warm weather, you are in luck. Expect a similar day on Tuesday with highs in the upper 70's.

Hurricane Irene dropped an average of 5-10 inches of rain across the region. Now nearly a week and a half later we are once again dealing with large amounts of rain. Although it has not come down as fast or as heavy it still continues to cause issues. Northern New Jersey once again will see river flooding, and here at home on the island we can expect flooding in poor drainage areas, low lying surfaces, and basements. The rain will slowly come to an end and dry out by Friday. We expect a fairly nice weekend with partly cloudy skies.

Rain Amounts

NASSAU COUNTY...

OLD BETHPAGE 5.28 945 AM 8/28
PLAINVIEW 5.20 1000 AM 8/28
WANTAGH 5.14 1050 AM 8/28
SYOSSET 3.60 645 AM 8/28
NORTH MASSAPEQUA 3.26 1130 PM 8/27
MUTTONTOWN 1.96 100 AM 8/28

SUFFOLK COUNTY...
NORTHPORT 6.78 900 AM 8/28
NORTH BABYLON 4.37 942 AM 8/28
FIRE ISLAND 3.95 900 AM 8/28
EAST FARMINGDALE 3.89 200 PM 8/28
CENTEREACH 3.25 330 PM 8/28