Potentially severe thunderstorms are expected to fire up across the New York City metro area later Tuesday, as we kick off July, climatologically our warmest month of the year. It will be dry through the morning,

Damaging winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms are all possible later Tuesday across the NYC area. Timing, impacts and what you need to know.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected ahead of a cold front this afternoon into this evening. There is a risk of a few severe thunderstorms with the main threat damaging wind gusts. Localized heavy rain/flash flooding and frequent lightning are are also possible. pic.twitter.com/pMav2JrIre