Albany, NY – Eastern New York is set to experience a winter storm beginning Saturday afternoon, bringing snow, sleet, freezing rain, and strong winds through Monday.
According to the National Weather Service Albany, snow will develop from west to east Saturday afternoon before transitioning to a wintry mix overnight into Sunday morning. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Adirondacks, western Mohawk Valley, Lake George-Saratoga region, and all of southern Vermont until Sunday evening.
The Capital District, Schoharie Valley, eastern Catskills, and mid-Hudson Valley are under a Winter Weather Advisory during the same period. A High Wind Watch will take effect from 7 p.m. Sunday through 7 p.m. Monday, with gusts up to 60 mph expected, potentially causing power outages and hazardous travel conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Precipitation will vary by region, with Albany expecting snow from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning, followed by a mix of rain and freezing rain. Residents are advised to avoid travel if possible and prepare for potential power outages due to high winds and ice accumulation.
