In case you haven't heard yet, the New York Yankees are gearing up for the 2011 American League Division Series which will be played beginning this Friday in the Bronx. During the stretch of the regular season the Yankees have experienced a tremendous amount of weather related delays, game impacts, and postponements. Ultimately, these weather related impacts (although seemingly small at the time), have had impacts on the team during the season including doubleheaders and shortened/adjusted travel time. All of that said, Autumn is what we like to call a "transition season" here in New York City. The pattern is changing, and the weather can abruptly change as well. This time of year often brings the potential for some nasty weather (remember the Angels wearing the face masks to keep warm in the 2009 ALCS?....yeah), and it's our job to keep you updated on what's happening. Whether you're headed out to the stadium, expected to be out and about that night, or simply looking to check up to see if there's any problems expected, this is your place to be. 

We'll be adding graphics, information, etc as we draw closer to Game 1 (and onward), so make sure to check back often.


Friday (Game 1): Game time temperature: ~70°, falling during game. | Game time winds: South, 10 mph.


To keep it simple, there are two cold fronts that are forecast to pass the area on Friday. The first, which we are more confident in, will pass Friday morning. There could be a period of heavy rain with this front. Behind it, winds will kick up a bit out of the south through Friday afternoon. The second front will be near the area around game time. It is hard to say at this time whether or not this front will produce some scattered showers and thunderstorms. It may very well pass the area without much notice, or it may touch off storms that could impact the area around the 830pm start time. One thing working in our direction: moisture in the atmosphere will be less, because of the first front passing in the morning. We will be watching carefully!

Saturday (Game 2): Game time temperature: ~60°, falling into the low 50's during game. | Game time winds: Northwest, 10 mph.


The airmass will be much cooler by the time Game 2 of the ALDS rolls around on Saturday. There is a chance, again, for a scattered shower..but they will be less widespread. The air will be cooler, and temperatures by evening should fall into the 50's. Northwest winds, and a cool high pressure building in, will make it feel like a beautiful night for October baseball in the Bronx. 

Article published September 28th, 2011 at 1:17am. For up to the minute details on forecasts, watches, warnings, and alerts, follow us on Twitter and Facebook.