Albany, NY – Residents in the Capital Region should prepare for one more day of unseasonably warm temperatures, with highs reaching 80°F on Tuesday and 77°F on Wednesday. However, a significant shift is expected by Wednesday afternoon as a cold front moves through the area, bringing cooler weather and the potential for showers by evening.
According to the National Weather Service, the front will arrive mid-afternoon Wednesday, affecting areas along I-90 and surrounding communities. Showers are expected to begin overnight, with a 30% chance of rain lasting into Thursday morning. Temperatures will drop quickly behind the front, with highs falling to 58°F on Thursday and even cooler temperatures of 62°F by Saturday. Residents should plan for a sunny but breezy Wednesday, with winds from the south between 6 to 13 mph.
The drop in temperatures will continue through the weekend, with lows plunging to the mid-30s by Thursday night and a high of just 60°F on Friday. The cool, dry conditions are forecasted to persist into the weekend, with partly sunny skies on Saturday and highs in the low 60s.
Drivers commuting along major routes like I-90 and I-87 should watch for sudden changes in weather and road conditions, particularly during the midweek rain. Stay updated with weather alerts to ensure safe travel. Patchy fog is also possible early Wednesday morning, so leave extra time for your commute if traveling during early hours.