Flight Disruptions Expected At NYC-Area Airports Due To Severe Weather

NEW YORK CITY — Travelers flying in and out of the New York City area may have to contend with potential delays and cancellations due to severe rain and thunderstorms Monday evening.

According to forecasters, the most active period of weather is expected to be between about 6 p.m. Monday and 2 a.m. Tuesday, when heavier downpours, gusty winds and more organized thunderstorms may move through the region.

City emergency officials said the anticipated rainfall could impact the Monday evening commute. The city’s Flash Flood Emergency Plan has been activated.

A Wind Advisory is also in effect from Monday afternoon through early Tuesday, with sustained south to southeast winds of 15 to 22 mph and gusts potentially reaching 55 mph as the cold front moves through the area.

Earlier on Monday, John F. Kennedy International Airport issued a ground delay due to low ceilings or cloud coverage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

There are no delays currently at the airport, but that could change once the storm system hits the city. LaGuardia Airport is also not reporting any delays as of 5 p.m.

Newark Airport is currently experiencing departure delays an average of 41 minutes, according to FlightAware.

The FAA has advised travelers of longer TSA wait times at all three airports.

Rainfall totals across the city are projected to reach about 1 to 1.1 inches, with localized amounts up to 1.25 inches where thunderstorms develop.