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New York Snow Alert: Buffalo, NY Faces Wet Snow November 13-14
Buffalo, NY – Western New York residents could see their first widespread taste of wintry weather this week as colder air brings wet snow, rain and temperatures falling into the 30s beginning Thursday
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-11-11T12:05:15.994Z
Buffalo, NY – Western New York residents could see their first widespread taste of wintry weather this week as colder air brings wet snow, rain and temperatures falling into the 30s beginning Thursday night, November 12, with unsettled conditions continuing through Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, dry and relatively mild weather will prevail Wednesday before rain spreads across the region overnight and continues Thursday.
Temperatures Drop as Wet Snow Develops
Wednesday afternoon temperatures are expected to reach between 50 and 55 degrees, offering one final stretch of milder conditions before colder air arrives.
By Thursday, daytime highs will fall into the 41 to 47 degree range as periods of rain move through western and north central New York.
A colder air mass arriving Thursday night will allow precipitation to transition into a mixture of rain and wet snow across lower elevations, while higher terrain could experience all snow.
Friday will bring even colder conditions, with afternoon highs ranging from 35 to 42 degrees.
Higher Elevations Face Slushy Snow Accumulation
The National Weather Service indicates that minor slushy snow accumulation will be possible mainly across higher elevations, where colder temperatures will support more persistent snowfall.
Lower elevation communities, including much of the Buffalo metropolitan area, are expected to see little or no accumulation.
Occasional wet snow and rain showers will continue Friday and Saturday, with higher terrain remaining most favorable for snow.
Unsettled Weather Continues Saturday
Saturday temperatures are forecast to reach between 36 and 44 degrees, keeping conditions chilly across the region.
Drivers traveling through elevated areas should remain aware of potentially slushy conditions, particularly where wet snow accumulates on colder surfaces.
However, the current forecast does not indicate widespread significant snowfall or major winter travel disruptions across lower elevations.
Residents in Erie, Niagara, Wyoming, Genesee and surrounding counties should monitor updated forecasts as colder air settles into the region.