New York greets the morning wrapped in deep winter cold, with frozen sidewalks, frosted windshields, and sharp air settling into the Hudson Valley. Albany starts the day near 21 degrees, setting the tone for a week that brings fast weather changes and growing travel concerns.
According to the National Weather Service, today stays mostly sunny but cold. Afternoon highs struggle to reach the upper 20s. Early commuters should watch for icy patches on bridges and untreated roads, especially before mid-morning warming.
Conditions improve Wednesday as temperatures rebound. Highs climb into the low 40s with partial sunshine. Melting snow and frost may leave damp pavement by evening, a small preview of what’s ahead.
Thursday brings the next shift. Highs reach the low 40s again, but clouds thicken quickly. Rain becomes likely by late afternoon, with a 60 to 100 percent chance Thursday night. Roads turn wet, and visibility drops during evening travel along I-87, I-90, and Route 9.
By Friday, colder air moves back in. Rain may mix with or change to snow during the morning hours. While heavy accumulation is not expected, slushy conditions are possible. Any leftover moisture could refreeze Friday night as temperatures fall toward 20 degrees, raising black ice concerns.
Drivers should plan extra time Thursday night and Friday morning. Keep winter gear in vehicles and remain alert for quick changes, especially during early daylight hours.
Looking ahead to the weekend, calmer weather returns. Saturday stays partly sunny but cold, with highs in the mid-30s. Sunday moderates slightly, offering quieter conditions for holiday errands and local travel.
5-Day Outlook for Albany, NY
- Today: Mostly sunny, very cold, high near 29
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 41
- Thursday: Rain late, high near 42
- Friday: Rain changing to snow, high near 50 early
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 34
