Rainy weather returns to NYC area this weekend. Get the First Alert Forecast.

Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.

A First Alert Weather Day has been declared for Sunday morning due to heavy rain that may cause localized flooding. A Flood Watch in effect for parts of the area overnight through Sunday morning.

Beginning around midnight and lasting until about 10 a.m. Sunday, periods of heavy rain are expected. A few thunderstorms may develop within the heavy bands of rain as well; however, the severe threat is low.

The heaviest pockets of rain in the city will likely fall between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Overall, a general 1-2 inches of rain may fall, with pockets of localized higher totals. As the rain moves in Saturday night, humidity will surge to tropical levels, which will in turn enhance rainfall totals across the region.

Despite a wet morning, the rest of Sunday is looking decent, featuring afternoon sunshine and highs in the mid to upper 70s. A stray shower or two is possible, but it's a very slim chance.