Rensselaer, New York – Sunday begins wet in upstate New York, but residents can expect a fast transition to full-blown summer by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms will linger in Rensselaer County through early Sunday afternoon, with gusts up to 22 mph. The rest of the day turns partly cloudy, offering a brief window for outdoor plans.
High temperatures steadily rise starting Monday, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 73°F. By Tuesday, conditions reach full summer mode: sunny with a high of 80°F. Wednesday is expected to be the hottest day yet, topping out near 89°F.
Travelers on Route 9 and I-90 should prepare for slick pavement Sunday morning and fluctuating visibility during passing showers. While no severe alerts are currently active, drivers are urged to reduce speeds and allow extra time.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires may reduce air quality intermittently through midweek, especially during low wind periods.
Five-Day Outlook (June 1–5):
- Sunday: High 64°F, 20% chance of showers, breezy
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 73°F
- Tuesday: Clear skies, high near 80°F
- Wednesday: Summer-like, sunny, high 89°F
- Thursday: Chance of showers, high near 79°F
