Buffalo, NY – Leaves whip across wet pavement as gray skies build over western New York this morning. The calm start won’t last — a Wind Advisory takes hold from 1 p.m. today through early Thursday, with gusts near 50 mph expected from the Niagara Frontier through the Finger Lakes.
The National Weather Service in Buffalo warns that strong west winds will make for difficult driving along I-90, I-86, and Route 219, especially for high-profile vehicles. Tree limbs could snap, and isolated power outages are possible as a potent fall cold front sweeps through this afternoon. Residents should secure outdoor decorations, garbage bins, and lightweight items before winds strengthen.
Scattered showers will develop through midday, becoming more widespread by mid-afternoon. Rain will taper by Thursday morning as skies gradually clear, allowing some sunshine to return. Temperatures will hover near the mid-50s today before dipping into the upper 30s by early Thursday.
Friday brings a brief break with mostly dry, cool conditions, but clouds will return by late day as another system moves in from the Great Lakes. Expect more rain and gusty breezes Friday night into Saturday before calmer weather arrives Sunday.
Early next week, models hint at a significant cold snap spreading across the Northeast. If trends hold, parts of western New York could see their first snowflakes before Veterans Day — a sign that the winter transition is officially underway.
Five-Day Outlook for Buffalo, NY:
Wed: 58/37 – Windy, showers; gusts 45–50 mph.
Thu: 47/35 – Clearing, breezy, cooler.
Fri: 56/42 – Clouds increase; rain late.
Sat: 48/36 – Showers, breezy.
Sun: 45/28 – Cooler, clearing trend.
