New York’s Capital Region wakes up to a biting winter chill as temperatures sit near 19 degrees in Albany. Wind gusts up to 32 mph push wind chills down near 3 degrees. The air feels sharp along I-87 and I-90, and any untreated surface remains frozen solid.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, today stays mostly sunny with highs only reaching 23 degrees. Northwest winds between 11 and 14 mph keep the cold locked in. While roads are mainly dry, the deep freeze sets the stage for slick travel once precipitation arrives.
Snow develops late tonight, mainly after 4 a.m., with a 70 percent chance of accumulation. Lows drop to around 12 degrees. Even light snowfall could quickly coat cold pavement. This is peak flash-freeze season, and bridges or overpasses may turn icy toward daybreak.
Wednesday brings a messy mix. Snow transitions to rain showers during the afternoon as highs climb to 38 degrees. An 80 percent chance of precipitation could create slushy roads and standing water. Snow showers linger Wednesday night before tapering.
Thursday turns partly sunny with a 30 percent chance of light snow and highs near 35. Friday brightens with sunshine and highs near 37. By Saturday, temperatures jump to 46 degrees under mostly sunny skies, offering a welcome hint of early spring.
Looking ahead, colder air briefly returns Sunday before moderating again next week. Longer-range trends suggest above-normal temperatures building toward early March.
Five Day Outlook for Albany, New York:
Today: Mostly sunny, high 23.
Wednesday: Rain and snow likely, high 38.
Thursday: Slight chance of snow, high 35.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 37.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 46.
