Albany, New York – A shift toward milder winter weather could bring periods of rain to much of eastern New York, while increasing the risk of freezing rain and icy travel conditions in colder inland and higher-elevation areas as mid-January approaches.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, eastern New York is favored to see above-normal temperatures during the January 9–13 period, with precipitation trending near normal. That combination often leads to mixed precipitation when warmer air aloft moves over shallow cold air near the surface.
Areas north and west of Albany, including the Adirondack foothills, Schoharie Valley, and parts of the Upper Hudson Valley, may be most vulnerable to freezing rain, particularly during overnight and early morning hours. Even light ice accumulation could impact travel on I-87 north of Albany, Route 7, and rural secondary roads where temperatures tend to remain colder.
Farther south and east, including the Capital Region, Mid-Hudson Valley, and areas toward the Massachusetts and Connecticut borders, precipitation is more likely to fall as rain, limiting snow potential but creating wet roadways and reduced visibility at times.
Drivers are encouraged to monitor conditions closely as temperatures fluctuate. Additional advisories may be issued closer to the period, especially if colder air lingers longer than expected across interior sections of eastern New York.
