Albany, New York – Cold weather will continue to grip eastern New York and western New England this week, with below-normal temperatures persisting and another surge of Arctic air expected by next weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, high temperatures most days this week will reach only the upper teens to upper 20s, while overnight lows will frequently fall into the single digits or below zero. While conditions will not be as extreme as recent days, the cold pattern remains firmly in place.
Forecast data shows daytime highs near 25 degrees in Albany, with colder conditions north and at higher elevations. Communities such as Glens Falls, Bennington, and the Catskills can expect highs in the low to mid-20s, while overnight lows dip into the single digits or several degrees below zero.
Major travel corridors including Interstate 90 through the Capital Region, I-87 (the Northway), I-88, and US-9 will experience prolonged cold pavement temperatures. While no widespread snowfall was highlighted, the cold can allow any leftover moisture to refreeze, particularly during overnight and early morning hours.
The National Weather Service notes that another shot of Arctic air is expected to arrive next weekend, reinforcing the cold pattern and potentially bringing even lower temperatures. Wind chills may again become a concern, especially during nighttime and early morning periods.
Drivers should be mindful of vehicle readiness, including battery performance and tire pressure, which can be affected by prolonged cold. Residents are also encouraged to check on vulnerable neighbors, protect pets, and limit extended outdoor exposure during the coldest periods.
Commuters, students, and outdoor workers may feel the impacts most during early mornings when temperatures are lowest. Conditions are expected to remain cold throughout the week, with no significant warmup indicated in the near term.
Residents should continue monitoring forecasts and cold weather safety guidance as winter conditions persist across the region.
