Buffalo, NY – Rain and thunder could interrupt the second half of your weekend in Western New York, with Buffalo seeing increased storm chances by Sunday night into Monday, followed by a week of fluctuating summer weather.
According to the National Weather Service, a 20% chance of thunderstorms returns late Sunday, increasing to 40% by Monday. Southwesterly winds will pick up to 8 mph overnight, with gusts reaching 25 mph on Sunday afternoon, raising the potential for brief downpours and isolated wind impacts, particularly for drivers along I-190 and Route 33.
Conditions improve Tuesday, but more showers may return Thursday into Friday. Monday’s high will reach 81°F, then stay near 80°F through midweek. Residents should prepare for intermittent rain, gusty winds, and potential changes to commutes or outdoor events. Light rainfall is expected, but higher amounts could occur in isolated cells.
Keep devices charged and check local alerts before commuting or attending outdoor gatherings. Monday’s storms may be brief but could affect public transportation schedules or utility reliability, especially during the evening rush.
Warnings remain limited, but more alerts could be issued if storm coverage expands. Stay tuned to local weather updates and plan for changing conditions through midweek.
5-Day Buffalo Weather Outlook (Sunday, July 6 – Thursday, July 11)
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 86°F. Gusts up to 25 mph. Slight chance of storms after sunset (20%).
- Monday: Partly sunny, 40% chance of storms. High near 81°F. Winds W 6–8 mph.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 80°F. Light winds shifting to NW.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 81°F. Calm and clear conditions continue.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, 30% chance of showers late. High near 80°F. Chance of showers continues Thursday night.
