Buffalo, N.Y. – Strong summer storms are lining up for Buffalo and Western New York as Thursday, July 17th brings a surge of thunderstorms and gusty winds to the region. Commuters and residents should expect travel delays, especially near the I-90 corridor, with sudden heavy downpours and wind gusts potentially exceeding 20 mph by afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are expected to begin by midday Thursday, with rainfall likely intensifying after noon. Buffalo and surrounding Erie County could see rainfall totals of up to a quarter inch, especially during isolated storms. Southwest winds will increase through the day, reaching 15–23 mph and gusting up to 28 mph, making driving on highways like I-90 and I-290 challenging during peak storm hours.
Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel during the afternoon and evening, secure outdoor items, and keep mobile devices charged in case of power outages. Temperatures will rise to the low 80s, adding humidity and fueling additional storm development.
Looking ahead, Friday brings a break from the storms with mostly sunny skies and highs near 76°F. The weekend forecast looks favorable for outdoor plans: Saturday remains mostly sunny with comfortable highs around 81°F, while Saturday night could see a return of showers. By Sunday, partly sunny weather prevails, and the chance for scattered showers returns on Monday and Tuesday as temperatures hold in the upper 70s.
Warnings remain in effect for Thursday’s storms, and additional advisories may follow if conditions change. Stay tuned to local alerts for real-time updates.
Five Day Buffalo Weather Forecast (Thursday, July 17 – Tuesday, July 22):
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely after noon, breezy, high near 82°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 76°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 81°F; chance of showers late.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 81°F.
- Monday: Partly cloudy, high near 80°F; chance of showers.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F; chance of showers.
Prepare for rapidly changing weather on Thursday and check for updates through the weekend.
