New York – A crisp lake breeze spreads across Buffalo this Saturday morning as travelers begin their early Thanksgiving push, and conditions may shift fast through the weekend. Light clouds drift over the city, and pavement remains cool enough that any drizzle later today could make surfaces slick. Residents heading out early should build extra time into trips and keep an eye on changing skies along I-90 and Route 219.
According to the National Weather Service Buffalo office, temperatures hold in the mid-40s today with calm winds, though a freshening northwest push could create brief pockets of reduced visibility near open fields. Early holiday travelers should check road updates often and prep their cars for colder evenings, as readings dip near the freezing mark in several interior suburbs.
According to forecasters, a weak disturbance lifts across the region late tonight into Sunday. Moisture remains light, but models hint at a small window for mixed sprinkles north of the city before warmer lake influence steadies temperatures. No widespread impacts are expected, yet any brief mix could catch drivers off guard in higher terrain east of Buffalo.
According to transportation agencies, the busiest travel surge arrives mid-week, though today and Sunday remain popular for early movers. Conditions stay manageable but cool, ideal for outdoor leaf cleanup or holiday errands. A stronger system approaches late Monday into Tuesday, bringing a more noticeable temperature drop and a “Winter Tease” as colder air arrives behind a passing front. Forecasters note a low-end chance for flurries Tuesday night as the air turns sharper.
After all, Buffalo enters its late-fall transition now, and each passing system carries a bit more bite. Residents should secure outdoor decorations, dress in layers, and watch for wet roads, especially as Thanksgiving nears.
Five-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY:
Sat: 45/32 – Partly sunny; cool breeze near the lake.
Sun: 49/40 – Mostly cloudy; light mix possible early inland.
Mon: 50/38 – Clouds increase; late-day showers.
Tue: 47/35 – Showers taper; colder air with flurry chance late.
Wed: 44/31 – Chilly and dry; brisk travel conditions.
