New York’s Capital Region is waking up to a messy mix, where light snow and sleet tap against windshields and slushy patches form quickly on untreated roads around Albany.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, temperatures are hovering near 31 to 32 degrees, allowing a mix of snow and sleet to develop early. That mix may briefly transition to rain later today, but not before creating slick spots across roads, sidewalks, and parking lots.
Travel impacts are already unfolding. Drivers along I-87, I-90, and Route 7 should expect slushy accumulation and reduced traction through the late morning hours. Bridges and overpasses are especially vulnerable, where colder surfaces can hold ice longer. Slow down and avoid sudden braking.
Conditions gradually improve into the afternoon as temperatures climb toward the upper 30s. Precipitation becomes lighter and more scattered, with roads turning mostly wet. Still, shaded areas may remain slick longer than expected.
A colder drop follows into the evening, with temperatures falling into the upper 20s. Any leftover moisture could refreeze, raising the risk for patchy black ice early the next day. Stay alert if traveling during early hours.
The week trends brighter after the brief wintry start. Sunshine returns Tuesday with highs near 46 degrees, followed by low 50s by Wednesday. Rain chances increase again Thursday into Thursday night, bringing a steadier soaking to the region.
This is a classic March setup: slushy start, quick thaw, then refreeze risk. Stay cautious during changing conditions. What are road conditions like where you are right now?
Five Day Outlook for Albany, New York:
Today: Wintry mix early, then rain showers, high near 39°
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, colder, low around 27°
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 46°
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 53°
Thursday: Chance of rain, high near 59°
