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New York Weather Alert: Albany Rain, Snow Threat Thursday-Saturday, Nov 12-14
NEW YORK — Wet pavement, falling temperatures and the possibility of November snow could create changing travel conditions around Albany by Friday morning.
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-11-10T09:21:47.811Z
NEW YORK — Wet pavement, falling temperatures and the possibility of November snow could create changing travel conditions around Albany by Friday morning.
A stretch of relatively mild weather will give way to widespread rain Thursday, followed by temperatures approaching freezing across the Capital Region.
According to the National Weather Service, Albany area temperatures will reach approximately 59 degrees Tuesday before falling toward 30 degrees Friday night.
The developing pattern affects Albany County, neighboring Rensselaer County and communities throughout the greater Capital District.
Mild November Weather Gives Way to Widespread Rain Tuesday, November 10, brings improving skies and temperatures near 59 degrees.
Southwest winds of 5 11 mph accompany the warmer afternoon, offering residents a brief opportunity to finish outdoor preparations.
Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, remains partly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 54 degrees.
Conditions change Wednesday evening as clouds increase and rain becomes possible after 10 p.m.
The National Weather Service places the precipitation probability at 50%.
Thursday, November 12, brings the most widespread rainfall of the period.
Rain chances climb to 90%, with temperatures reaching only 48 degrees.
Rainfall totals between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible during Thursday, with similar additional amounts Thursday night.
Drivers traveling Interstate 87, Interstate 90 and surrounding Capital Region highways should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during heavier showers.
Friday Brings Colder Air and the First Snow Possibility Friday, November 13, marks another significant shift.
Temperatures struggle to reach 42 degrees, approximately 17 degrees below Tuesday's high.
Rain remains likely before 1 p.m., with a 60% precipitation chance.
By Friday evening, colder air introduces the possibility of rain mixing with snow.
The National Weather Service indicates a 50% precipitation chance Friday night, with temperatures falling near 30 degrees.
That creates a 29 degree difference between Tuesday's afternoon high and Friday night's low.
Wet surfaces could become slippery if temperatures fall below freezing, particularly on bridges and untreated pavement.
However, the supplied outlook does not establish significant snow accumulation or widespread icing.
Saturday Keeps Snow Chances in the Picture Saturday, November 14, brings another opportunity for mixed precipitation.
Rain and snow are possible before 10 a.m., followed by a chance of rain through early afternoon.
Precipitation chances decrease to 30%, with afternoon temperatures recovering near 45 degrees.
For now, significant snowfall is not indicated for Albany itself.
Still, residents should monitor updated weather information before traveling through higher elevations outside the Capital District.
No tornado threat is identified in the supplied local outlook.
Albany Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 10 14 Tuesday, Nov. 10: Decreasing clouds, high 59°F. Partly cloudy tonight, low 42°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Partly sunny, high 54°F. Rain possible late, low 38°F. Rain chance 50%. Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain, high 48°F. Rain chance 90%. Additional rain Thursday night, low 36°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain likely, high 42°F. Rain chance 60%. Rain and snow possible Friday night, low 30°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Rain and snow possible early, then a chance of rain. High 45°F, low 31°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 15 16 Sunday brings mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 48 degrees.
Sunday night remains chilly, with lows around 31 degrees.
Monday offers partial sunshine and temperatures approaching 50 degrees.
As Thanksgiving approaches, additional November weather systems could bring further temperature changes across upstate New York.
However, the supplied outlook does not confirm a Thanksgiving snowstorm or significant accumulation.
Residents should monitor National Weather Service updates as the rain to snow transition becomes clearer.
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