Buffalo, New York – New York wakes to a muted white skyline as steady snow curls across rooftops and wind pushes loose flakes across untreated roads. Visibility drops at times, pavement stays slick, and travel patience wears thin as winter tightens its grip across western sections of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 7 p.m. this evening for Niagara, Orleans, northern Erie, and Genesee counties. Additional snowfall of 4 to 8 inches is expected, with gusts near 30 mph producing blowing and drifting snow, especially north of Buffalo.
Across the metro area, snow showers continue on and off today with daytime totals adding up quickly on secondary roads. Crews focus on major routes like I-90 and Route 33, but slushy side streets and compact snow linger through the evening commute. Wind chills hover near zero, adding bite to any time spent outside.
Snow tapers later, but winter does not step aside. Light snow chances return Friday, followed by steadier snow showers Saturday. Daytime melting may be limited, raising the risk for refreeze after dark. That sets the stage for black ice on ramps, parking lots, and neighborhood roads.
Sunday stays cold with occasional snow showers and limited improvement in road conditions. To be fair, totals look lighter than today, but repeated rounds keep surfaces slick and visibility reduced at times. Plan extra travel time, slow down near intersections, and keep an emergency kit in the car.
More advisories may follow as lake-effect bands shift. Traveling this weekend? Share what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Outlook for Buffalo, New York
Today: Snow showers likely, high near 18°F, blowing snow possible
Friday: Chance of snow showers, high near 32°F
Saturday: Snow showers likely, high near 35°F
Sunday: Chance of snow showers, high near 24°F
Monday: Snow showers likely, high near 21°F
