Rensselaer, NY – New York’s spring weather takes a cold turn tonight as Rensselaer braces for a wintry mix followed by soaking rain through Saturday. Commuters along I-90 and residents in surrounding Capital Region areas should prepare for slick evening conditions and wet roads by Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, precipitation is expected to begin late Wednesday as snow and sleet mix with rain before transitioning to steady showers overnight. A 70% chance of rain continues into Thursday, with possible thunderstorms and gusts up to 23 mph by afternoon. Travel conditions may worsen quickly, especially during Thursday’s morning and evening rush hours.
Thursday’s high will reach near 70°F but don’t let the warmth fool you—conditions remain unstable through the weekend. Friday looks drier and partly sunny with highs around 62°F, offering temporary relief. However, the unsettled spring weather returns Saturday with an 80% chance of rain and highs near 50°F.
Extended 5-Day Rensselaer Weather Outlook:
- Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, low around 39°F.
- Saturday: High near 50°F with more rain (80% chance).
- Saturday Night: Continued showers, low near 42°F.
- Sunday: Showers tapering off, high of 53°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, slight rain chance, high near 58°F.
Safety Tip: Drivers should exercise caution on bridges and overpasses tonight, which may ice before other road surfaces. Keep umbrellas handy and monitor weather alerts as timing and severity could shift.
Stay weather-aware this spring with updates from the National Weather Service and local emergency channels.
