Albany, NY – Scattered afternoon thunderstorms are expected across eastern New York on Thursday, with downpours likely to impact higher terrain areas and parts of the Capital Region. Temperatures will stay seasonable through Friday before a sharp warming trend begins this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms will develop Thursday and Friday afternoon, with highs ranging from the mid-70s to upper 80s. These storms could bring brief heavy rain and lightning, especially in the Adirondacks and Catskills.
By Saturday, skies clear and heat builds rapidly, with highs pushing into the upper 80s to low 90s across Albany, Troy, Schroon Lake, and Glens Falls. Sunday and Monday are expected to bring the hottest stretch of the summer so far, with highs peaking between 92–94°F. Humidity will also increase, boosting heat index values and raising the risk of heat-related illness for outdoor workers or those without access to air conditioning.
Residents should stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and monitor for any heat advisories that may be issued through early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Albany, NY:
- Thursday: Scattered PM storms, 73–85°F
- Friday: Partly cloudy, isolated storms, 75–87°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, 78–89°F
- Sunday: Hot and humid, 80–92°F
- Monday: Sunny and very hot, 83–94°F
