Albany, NY – The Capital Region will see its hottest day of the week Tuesday as temperatures soar to 93°F with a heat index approaching triple digits. Light southerly winds will offer little relief, and residents should limit strenuous activity during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, Tuesday will remain mostly sunny before storm chances increase midweek. A cold front moving in Wednesday afternoon could trigger showers and thunderstorms after 11 a.m., with the highest storm potential between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. Thursday. While rainfall totals are expected to stay under a tenth of an inch for most areas, localized downpours and lightning could cause brief travel delays.
The heat will ease slightly Thursday, but sunshine will dominate through the weekend, bringing highs in the mid-to-upper 80s and cooler nighttime lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. Outdoor plans look favorable after Wednesday night’s storm threat, making late-week evenings ideal for dining outdoors or attending community events.
Stay hydrated, check on vulnerable neighbors, and keep an eye on updated advisories as Wednesday’s storm system approaches.
Five Day Albany, NY Forecast:
- Monday: Sunny and hot. High 92°F, low 64°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, hot. High 93°F, low 69°F
- Wednesday: Chance of showers/storms after 11 a.m. High 90°F, low 68°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny. High 87°F, low 60°F
- Friday: Sunny. High 85°F, low 59°F
