New York starts this Saturday with crisp air over the Capital Region as clouds drift in and winds stay light. Pavement remains dry for now, but conditions may change fast as moisture deepens and colder air slides in from the Great Lakes. Residents heading out for post-Thanksgiving travel should prepare for wet roads and reduced visibility later today.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures climb into the upper 30s by afternoon, but a colder push arrives behind a passing disturbance. That shift may create a brief window where light snow showers mix in late today and again Sunday morning. Drivers on I-90 and I-87 should watch for patchy slick spots, especially on shaded ramps where the pavement cools first.
Meteorologists now track a broader cold surge for early next week. A much deeper trough spreads across the Midwest and Northeast from December 2 through December 6, bringing a significant cool-down that could bring temperatures well below normal. Early hints suggest a possible rain-to-snow changeover across portions of New England as the pattern turns more winter-like. To be fair, exact placement of snow bands still varies, but models consistently show a colder, wetter stretch developing.
Sunday brings the bigger travel impact. Periods of rain arrive by midday while highs hover near the mid-40s. As temperatures fall toward evening, a light mix of rain and snow becomes possible. No major accumulation is expected at this time, but flakes may appear across higher terrain south and east of Albany. Plan extra time if returning from holiday gatherings.
For early December, winter may tease even more. Colder mornings, brisk winds, and a growing chance for scattered snow showers could greet the first full week of the month.
