Buffalo, N.Y. – Western New York is bracing for another round of wet weather as showers and thunderstorms sweep across the region tonight, bringing heavy rainfall and a chance of flooding in low-lying areas. Temperatures will stay mild with a high near 79 today before dropping to the mid-60s overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, storms are expected to intensify after sunset, with an 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms continuing into Wednesday. Rainfall amounts could range from a half-inch to over an inch in localized downpours, particularly in thunderstorms. Winds will shift east to north overnight, adding to choppy conditions along Lake Erie and Lake Ontario.
Drivers across Erie and Niagara counties should expect slick conditions for the Wednesday morning commute, with showers likely through midday. Thunderstorms could redevelop in the afternoon, with gusty winds and brief heavy rain possible.
Conditions improve by Thursday, when skies turn mostly sunny with highs in the mid-70s. Warmer, drier weather settles in for the weekend, with highs climbing into the low 80s and clear nights offering relief.
Residents are urged to monitor changing conditions, as additional weather advisories may be issued if storms strengthen.
Five Day Forecast for Buffalo, N.Y.:
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 74.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 76.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 81.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 82.
- Sunday: Chance of showers, partly sunny, high near 76.
