New York wakes to biting cold and frosty pavement as winter holds firm across the Capital Region. Breath hangs in the air, and cars crunch over patches of refrozen moisture. Conditions turn more active later, with rain returning before another brush with winter weather by Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, temperatures rebound today into the mid-40s as clouds increase. Showers arrive late afternoon into the evening, creating slick travel on I-87, I-90, and local roads around Albany and Rensselaer County. Winds gust near 30 mph at times, adding to the raw feel.
Rain continues tonight, then eases toward morning. Saturday stays mostly cloudy and cooler, with highs near 39. Rain redevelops late in the day, especially after mid-afternoon. Roads remain wet, and visibility may dip during steadier showers.
Saturday night brings the first winter call-out. Rain may briefly mix with snow between midnight and early morning as temperatures hover near freezing. Little accumulation is expected, but slushy spots could form on untreated roads and higher elevations.
Sunday stays unsettled. A chance of rain lingers during the morning before tapering. Highs remain near 39, and breezy conditions make it feel colder. By Sunday night, colder air settles in, and a slight chance of snow showers develops. Any leftover moisture may freeze as lows fall into the mid-20s.
Monday turns quieter. Partial sunshine returns with highs near 35, though cold air sticks around. Tuesday brings a modest warm-up into the low 40s under partly sunny skies.
Winter’s rhythm continues with quick changes and hidden hazards. Plan extra time if traveling late Saturday night or early Sunday. How slick did roads feel in your area?
Five Day Outlook for Albany, NY
Today: Increasing clouds, evening showers, high near 46
Saturday: Cloudy, rain late, high near 39
Sunday: Chance of rain, breezy, high near 39
Monday: Partly sunny, colder, high near 35
Tuesday: Partly sunny, milder, high near 40
