Buffalo, NY – Rain returns to Western New York this weekend, with high winds and near-constant showers expected to disrupt travel across the region.
Motorists on I-90 and throughout Buffalo should plan for slick conditions starting early Saturday. A 50% chance of rain begins in the morning, increasing to 90% by night. Winds will gust up to 23 mph, making for reduced visibility and potential delays. Rain continues into Sunday with another 90% chance, persisting through Sunday night.
According to the National Weather Service, precipitation begins after 4 a.m. Saturday with scattered light showers before intensifying into steady rainfall through the weekend. Temperatures will hover in the upper 40s to upper 50s during the day, dipping to the upper 30s at night. Rain will linger into Monday before tapering off Monday evening.
Residents should secure outdoor objects and allow for extra commuting time. Wind gusts could create hazardous conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles. No flood alerts are active, but urban areas may experience pooling water during periods of intense rain.
Five-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY:
- Saturday: Showers, high 48°F. Wind gusts up to 23 mph.
- Sunday: Rain, high 58°F. Gusts near 22 mph.
- Monday: Showers likely, high 50°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 38°F.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high 51°F.
