Over the past 24 hours in New York City, the temperature has shown a decreasing trend, indicating a possible cold front moving through the area. Humidity levels started relatively high but have gradually decreased, suggesting drier air is settling in. Air pressure has been rising, which is typically associated with improving weather conditions and could indicate the arrival of a high-pressure system. Wind speeds have been mostly light to moderate and increased slightly during the period, which could contribute to wind chill given the falling temperatures. The wind direction has been variable but primarily from the west to northwest, which is common for cooler and drier air masses affecting the city.