Strong gusts of wind, downpours on Long Island until Monday morning

What's next: Wind gusts remain about 30-40 miles per hour. The rain begins later in the evening, but the heaviest rain will be overnight. Thunderstorms are mixed, which means that heavy downpours can stack. Localized minor floods are possible in the flood -prone areas. Be careful because the rain continues through the morning commuting. The streets will be smooth, so travel slowly and give yourself additional time.

Tonight: (Storm Watch) Wind gusts of up to 30-40 miles per hour. Scattered showers start later this evening and then be moderate and consistent late overnight. Rain will sometimes be difficult. Sums close to 1.5-2 “above the island.

Monday – st. Patrick's Day (Storm Watch am): Moderate rain continues through the morning commuting. Streets can be dangerous. Light scattered showers that are possible in the afternoon and clarify late. Heights near 56th low near 37.

Tuesday: A mixture of sun and clouds and mild. Heights near 59th low near 38.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny and mild. Heights near 57th low near 41.

Thursday (first spring day): Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showing. Heights near 54th low near 34.