Rensselaer, NY – A stretch of sunny spring weather will keep Rensselaer County warm and mostly dry through Thursday, but that all changes by Friday night when a 70% chance of showers rolls in.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, the region will enjoy clear skies and daytime highs in the upper 60s to mid-70s through the end of the workweek. Wednesday and Thursday both bring sunshine and mild temperatures, with Wednesday’s high near 67°F and Thursday peaking around 74°F. Winds will remain light and variable, making for ideal spring conditions across the Capital Region.
Travelers and commuters should stay alert heading into the weekend. Rain returns Friday night, and areas along U.S. Route 4 and Route 9 could see slick conditions by late evening. Friday’s daytime weather remains partly sunny and warm, but a shift toward heavier clouds and rainfall begins after sunset. Expect showers to linger into Saturday, especially after 2 p.m., with a 60% chance of precipitation and cooler temps near 67°F.
Spring weekend plans may need adjusting as Saturday night brings a 30% chance of showers and mostly cloudy skies. Sunday looks clearer with highs around 66°F, before another pleasant warm-up on Monday near 69°F.
Five-Day Forecast for Rensselaer, NY:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 67°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 74°F
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 74°F; rain likely late
- Saturday: Showers likely after 2 p.m., high 67°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 66°F
