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New York Weather Alert: Buffalo Sunday Winds, Friday Snow Nov 7-13
New York — Gusty winds could sweep across Buffalo Sunday afternoon, pushing loose leaves across roadways and creating challenging conditions for outdoor activities. Wind gusts approaching 45 mph are p
By Audrey Sloan · 2026-11-07T09:41:54.405Z
New York — Gusty winds could sweep across Buffalo Sunday afternoon, pushing loose leaves across roadways and creating challenging conditions for outdoor activities. Wind gusts approaching 45 mph are possible as western New York enters an unsettled November weather pattern.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, a Hazardous Weather Outlook highlights increasing west to southwest winds Sunday, with gusts potentially exceeding 45 mph in some locations.
The outlook covers portions of western New York, including Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe and surrounding counties.
The stronger winds arrive after a rainy Saturday, when precipitation chances reach 80%.
Sunday Winds Could Create Travel Concerns Saturday brings showers, mainly before 2 p.m., with temperatures reaching approximately 52 degrees.
Rain chances remain elevated Saturday evening before gradually decreasing.
Sunday offers a brief improvement, with partly sunny conditions and temperatures climbing toward 56 degrees.
However, strengthening southwest winds become the main concern.
Sustained winds of 20 to 25 mph are expected Sunday afternoon, with gusts reaching approximately 44 mph in Buffalo.
The broader hazardous weather outlook indicates gusts could exceed 45 mph in some areas.
Drivers traveling Interstate 90, Interstate 190 and exposed roads near Lake Erie should remain alert for sudden crosswinds.
Secure lightweight decorations, trash containers and loose outdoor belongings before winds increase.
Another Round of Rain Arrives Sunday Evening The National Weather Service expects showers to become likely Sunday evening, particularly between 7 p.m. and 1 a.m. Monday.
Rain chances reach 60%, with winds potentially gusting to 32 mph.
Monday brings a slight chance of additional showers before 1 p.m.
Temperatures reach approximately 54 degrees before falling toward 42 degrees Monday night.
The changing weather could leave wet pavement and scattered leaves along neighborhood streets.
Tuesday Warmup Before Colder Weather Returns Tuesday provides a welcome break from the unsettled conditions.
Mostly sunny skies should push temperatures toward 59 degrees, making it the warmest day in the five day outlook.
However, the mild conditions will not last.
By Thursday night, temperatures could fall toward 31 degrees.
Friday introduces a 30% chance of rain and snow showers, with highs near 43 degrees.
No measurable snowfall accumulation is specified in the current outlook.
Although freezing temperatures could create slippery surfaces if moisture remains, widespread icing is not currently predicted.
The supplied outlook does not identify a specific tornado threat.
Buffalo Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 7 11 Saturday, Nov. 7: High 52°. Showers, 80% chance. Low 40°, with additional showers possible. Sunday, Nov. 8: High 56°. Breezy, partly sunny, with a 30% shower chance. Gusts near 44 mph. Low 42°, with a 60% chance of evening showers. Monday, Nov. 9: High 54°. Partly sunny, with a 20% chance of showers before 1 p.m. Low 42°, mostly cloudy. Tuesday, Nov. 10: High 59°. Mostly sunny, with gusts near 29 mph. Low 40°, partly cloudy. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day. Partly sunny, high 53°. Low 35°, with a 30% chance of showers Wednesday night. Looking Ahead: Nov. 12 13 Thursday brings mostly cloudy skies, a high near 48 degrees and a 30% chance of showers.
Thursday night temperatures could reach approximately 31 degrees.
Friday brings a 30% chance of rain and snow showers, with highs near 43 degrees.
Beyond Friday, specific snowfall amounts or storm timing for Nov. 14 26 remain uncertain.
Are you preparing for Sunday's strong winds around Buffalo, or have you already noticed gusty conditions near Lake Erie? Tell us what you're seeing in your neighborhood.