New York – A gray, overcast sky hangs low over Albany this morning as temperatures sit at 26 degrees, keeping sidewalks stiff and snowbanks frozen solid. The air feels sharp, and any untreated surface remains icy from the deep chill.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, skies turn partly sunny later today with highs reaching near 33 degrees. Winds remain light, helping conditions feel calmer but still cold. Drivers along I-87 and I-90 should watch for slick patches in shaded areas.
Clear skies tonight send temperatures tumbling to around 12 degrees. Any melted snow will refreeze quickly after sunset. This is prime flash-freeze season across the Capital Region, especially on bridges and overpasses.
A steady warm-up begins Friday. Highs climb to 39 degrees under sunshine. Saturday pushes even milder, reaching 47 degrees with partial sun. Snowbanks will soften, and puddles may form on side streets.
Clouds increase Saturday night, and a 30% chance of snow develops after 1 a.m. Sunday. Highs Sunday struggle near 30 degrees. Even light accumulation could create slushy conditions early in the day before temperatures fall again Sunday night to near 7 degrees.
Plan extra time if traveling late Saturday or early Sunday. Conditions may deteriorate quickly if snow bands develop.
Monday turns mostly sunny but colder, with highs near 23 degrees. A gradual moderation follows midweek, with highs returning to the 40s by Wednesday. Longer-range trends suggest milder air building into early March, hinting at a more sustained spring transition.
Five Day Outlook for Albany, New York:
Today: Partly sunny, high 33.
Friday: Sunny, high 39.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 47.
Sunday: Chance of snow, high 30.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 23.
