Albany, NY – The Hudson Valley region is set to experience a mix of showers and thunderstorms starting Friday. Residents can expect mostly cloudy skies, with isolated thunderstorms stretching from the eastern Catskills through mid-Hudson Valley and Litchfield Hills. Temperatures will hover in the mid-60s to lower 70s throughout the day.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Saturday will bring intervals of sun and clouds, increasing chances for showers and scattered thunderstorms. Some storms could become severe, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rain that may cause water to pool on roads. Temperatures will remain in the 70s, with highs nearing 80 in mid-Hudson Valley.
As Labor Day weekend progresses, Sunday will see warmer weather but continued storm activity. A cold front moving through late Sunday afternoon and night will trigger more widespread thunderstorms. Highs are expected to range from the mid-70s to lower 80s, with a few mid-80s possible in the mid-Hudson Valley.
Residents should plan for potential disruptions to outdoor activities and travel due to the stormy conditions.
