Buffalo, NY – Residents across Western New York should expect lake-effect snow to continue this afternoon through tonight, with several areas seeing accumulating snowfall that could affect travel and overnight conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, light to at times moderate lake-effect snow will persist south of Lake Ontario through early Sunday morning. Additional accumulations of 1 to 4 inches are expected, with the highest totals from Niagara County east through Wayne County. Forecasters caution that highly localized areas may see higher amounts than shown on forecast maps as lake-effect bands shift.
Areas east of Lake Erie, including parts of Erie, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus counties, are expected to see mainly light snow showers, with 1 to 2 inches possible in the most persistent bands. Snowfall rates are not expected to be extreme, but periods of reduced visibility may develop, especially during the evening and overnight hours.
Cities including Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Rochester, Batavia, and Lockport may experience intermittent snow through the night, with untreated roads becoming slick as temperatures remain cold enough for accumulation. Motorists traveling along Interstate 90, Route 219, and Route 104 should allow extra time and watch for changing road conditions.
The snowfall forecast is valid from Saturday afternoon through 7 a.m. Sunday, with conditions gradually improving later Sunday morning as lake-effect activity weakens.
Drivers are encouraged to slow down, maintain safe following distances, and monitor local forecasts for updates as lake-effect bands can shift quickly.
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