Albany, NY – Hot, summer afternoons are set to dominate Eastern New York and Western New England this week, with high temperatures pushing into the upper 80s and near 90°F in cities like Albany, Poughkeepsie, and Pittsfield through Thursday. According to the National Weather Service in Albany, daytime highs will stay above normal while overnight lows settle closer to average, offering little relief from the heat.
Scattered, isolated showers or thunderstorms could pop up each afternoon from Tuesday through Thursday, but rain chances remain slim for most towns, generally below 20%. Higher elevations in the Catskills and Adirondacks may see a brief, cooling downpour, but widespread rainfall is unlikely. This pattern keeps much of the region dry and may increase fire danger and stress on gardens and lawns.
Drivers should watch for slick roads during any thunderstorm, especially during peak afternoon travel. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity in the afternoon heat, and keep pets cool. With little rain expected, local officials remind everyone to be mindful of fire safety in dry, grassy areas.
Heat and spotty storm chances continue until Thursday, with another round of drier, seasonable weather set to move in by Friday. More updates will follow if new advisories are issued.
Five Day Forecast for Albany, NY:
- Monday: High 89°F, mostly sunny
- Tuesday: High 85°F, isolated PM storms
- Wednesday: High 86°F, isolated PM storms
- Thursday: High 88°F, isolated PM storms
- Friday: High 87°F, dry, mostly sunny
