New York’s Capital Region wakes up in a deep freeze, with breath hanging in the air and thermometers stuck near 17 degrees in Albany. Pavement looks dry now, but that changes fast as clouds thicken and snow pushes in by midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, snow develops before late afternoon, then mixes with rain as highs reach near 36 degrees. South winds stay light, but precipitation chances climb to 80 percent. New snow accumulation remains under a half inch, yet slick spots are likely on I-87, I-90 and Route 7 during the evening commute.
Rain and snow continue into tonight with temperatures near 32 degrees. As colder air lingers near the surface, a brief period of freezing rain cannot be ruled out after midnight. Even light icing on bridges and overpasses could create isolated travel issues.
By midweek, clouds gradually break and temperatures rebound to 47 degrees. That’s the start of a March warm-up. Thursday reaches near 45 with scattered showers. Friday stays unsettled with highs in the low 40s before steadier warming arrives this weekend.
We spring clocks ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. Longer daylight pairs with a milder pattern in the 6- to 10-day outlook. Highs may push into the upper 50s and even low 60s early next week, signaling true Spring Warmth.
For now, allow extra travel time today and watch for slick patches after sunset. Are roads turning slushy in your neighborhood?
Five Day Outlook for Albany, New York:
Wednesday: Decreasing clouds, high 47°
Thursday: Chance of showers, high 45°
Friday: Showers likely, high 42°
Saturday: Chance of rain, high 56°
Sunday: Partly sunny, high 56°
