The Big Apple Gets a Sprinkling (But Not Enough for Raincoats, Just Umbrellas)
Did you wake up this morning in the concrete jungle wondering, "Did it even rain in New York City today?" Well, fret no more, curious citizen! Today's weather report is in, and it's about as exciting as a bodega sandwich on white bread (you know, reliable, but...well, it's white bread).
A Drizzle, Not a Downpour
Yes, it did rain a little bit in NYC today. But to say it was a soaking is like saying a pigeon is sharing its french fries – technically true, but not quite the picture you had in mind. We're talking about the kind of rain that makes the sidewalks glisten for a hot minute before the ever-present hot dog vendors steam it all away.
How Much Rain Are We Talking About?
Hold onto your hats (because let's be real, it wasn't windy enough to knock a hat off today) – we're looking at a measly amount. Some weather sources are saying a sprinkle (.01 inches to be precise), while others are reporting a light drizzle (rounding up to a whopping .04 inches). So, enough to water a window box flower, not enough to fill your rain barrel.
Did the Rain Affect Anything?
Maybe the tourists got a little confused and thought they were in London for a second. Maybe some pigeons had to take cover under a newsstand awning. But other than that, life in the Big Apple continued as usual. The yellow cabs still honked, the subways still rumbled, and the only umbrellas you saw were people using them for shade (because, let's face it, it was a scorcher out there).
"How To" FAQ for NYC Rain:
How to Prepare for a Light Drizzle in NYC? Just grab an umbrella (because you never know when a rogue pigeon might, well, you know).
How to React to a Sprinkle in the City? Throw your head back and laugh! It's practically a reason to celebrate.
How to Enjoy a Light Rain Shower (Because Why Not?) Grab a coffee, find a window seat, and watch the city glistening.
How to Actually Get Rain Gear Dirty in NYC? Hope for a real downpour, because today wasn't the day.
How to Tell if it Rained in NYC Today? Look for suspiciously clean pigeons. If they're not preening after a shower, it was probably a dry one.
