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Western New York Weather: Lake-Effect Rain Continues Monday Morning
Buffalo, NY – Residents across western and north central New York face another damp and breezy Monday morning, November 9, as numerous lake effect rain showers continue across communities near Lake Er
By Erin Vale · 2026-11-09T10:02:25.278Z
Buffalo, NY – Residents across western and north central New York face another damp and breezy Monday morning, November 9, as numerous lake effect rain showers continue across communities near Lake Erie and Lake Ontario before gradually weakening during the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service NWS in Buffalo, lake effect rain showers will remain widespread across portions of the region during the morning hours, with the highest precipitation probabilities reaching approximately 80% or greater in some locations.
The showers are expected to diminish from west to east as the day progresses, although mostly cloudy skies will remain across much of the area.
Lake Effect Rain Continues Monday Morning The NWS precipitation outlook shows elevated rain chances across several communities east and southeast of the Great Lakes.
Locations near Buffalo, Rochester, Watertown and surrounding communities could experience periods of rain, although coverage and intensity will vary.
Some locations have morning precipitation probabilities exceeding 70% to 80%, particularly within favored lake effect areas.
The combination of showers and breezy conditions could create wet roads during the morning commute.
Drivers should remain alert for changing visibility during heavier showers.
Showers Gradually End During Afternoon Conditions are expected to improve Monday afternoon as lake effect showers gradually taper off from west to east.
The NWS forecasts mostly cloudy and breezy conditions through the afternoon, with occasional breaks of sunshine possible.
Precipitation probabilities will decrease significantly across much of western New York, although lingering showers remain possible farther east.
Temperatures Remain Cool Afternoon temperatures will reach the lower 50s across lower elevation communities, including portions of the Buffalo and Rochester metropolitan areas.
Higher terrain will remain cooler, with highs generally in the mid 40s to upper 40s.
The combination of clouds, breezy conditions and scattered rain may make temperatures feel cooler during outdoor activities.
What Residents Should Know Residents traveling Monday morning should prepare for wet pavement and occasional reduced visibility where lake effect showers persist.
The NWS expects conditions to improve later in the day, but the timing will vary by location.
No significant snowfall or winter weather advisory is identified in the supplied Monday forecast.