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New York Weather Alert: Albany, NY Showers Saturday, Snow Friday Nov 7-13
Albany, NY — Cold rain could leave Albany area roads glistening Saturday, but a more wintry change is emerging later next week. Temperatures may eventually fall to 29 degrees, bringing a chance of rai
By Marcus Hale · 2026-11-07T10:14:46.083Z
Albany, NY — Cold rain could leave Albany area roads glistening Saturday, but a more wintry change is emerging later next week. Temperatures may eventually fall to 29 degrees, bringing a chance of rain and snow by Thursday night.
For residents across Albany and Rensselaer counties, the November weather pattern is beginning to show signs of a seasonal transition.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, rain chances increase to 80% Saturday, November 7, before drier conditions arrive Sunday.
Albany International Airport reported 53 degrees and overcast skies early Saturday, with northwest winds around 3 mph.
The immediate concern is wet pavement and changing visibility, particularly along Interstate 87, Interstate 90 and surrounding Capital Region highways.
Saturday: 80% Rain Chance Brings Wet Travel Conditions Showers become more widespread during the afternoon, with temperatures reaching approximately 55 degrees.
Rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible.
Saturday evening remains unsettled, with another 80% precipitation chance and temperatures falling toward 43 degrees.
Drivers should allow additional stopping distance on wet pavement, especially where fallen leaves collect near intersections.
The rain is expected to ease before Sunday morning.
Sunday Monday: Brief Clearing Before Another Round of Showers Sunday offers a break from the wet conditions.
Clouds gradually clear, allowing temperatures to reach approximately 57 degrees.
However, another weather disturbance approaches late Sunday into Monday.
The National Weather Service indicates a 20% shower chance late Sunday night, followed by a 40% chance Monday.
Monday's high reaches approximately 55 degrees, while northwest wind gusts could approach 24 mph.
Secure lightweight outdoor decorations and loose yard items before the stronger breezes arrive.
Tuesday Wednesday: A Short Break Before Colder Weather Tuesday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 59 degrees.
Veterans Day, Wednesday, remains partly sunny, with temperatures around 55 degrees.
However, Wednesday night temperatures fall toward 33 degrees, approaching the freezing mark.
This sets the stage for a potentially more significant seasonal change later in the week.
Thursday Friday: Rain and Snow Enter the Picture The biggest developing weather concern arrives Thursday night into Friday.
The National Weather Service indicates a 30% chance of rain and snow during both periods.
Thursday night's low could reach 29 degrees, while Friday's high approaches 46 degrees.
No snow accumulation is specified, and a winter weather warning is not indicated in the supplied forecast.
However, any moisture freezing on untreated surfaces could create localized slippery conditions.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts before late week travel.
No tornado threat is indicated in the local outlook.