New York – Gray clouds hang low across the Capital Region this morning, and the air carries a cold bite. Pavement stays mostly dry for now, but a sharp weather swing is building just hours away.
Temperatures sit near 28°F early this morning in Albany, with calm winds and thick overcast skies. The chill will ease slightly through the afternoon as highs climb toward 46°F across the Hudson Valley and surrounding communities.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, rain develops later tonight as warmer air pushes north through eastern New York. Showers could begin between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m., gradually spreading across the Capital Region.
Conditions turn wetter and breezier by Monday morning. Rain becomes steady across Albany, Troy, and Schenectady, with temperatures rising quickly toward 63°F by afternoon.
Drivers along Interstate 87, Interstate 90, and the New York Thruway should prepare for slick pavement and reduced visibility during heavier rain periods. Wind gusts could reach around 30 mph, adding extra challenges on exposed highways.
The bigger shift arrives Monday night. Colder air rushes south through the region as the storm system pulls away.
Rain may mix with or change to snow after midnight, especially toward higher elevations north and west of Albany. Accumulation appears light, generally less than a half inch, but slushy patches may develop by early Tuesday morning.
St. Patrick’s Day brings colder air and lingering snow showers early in the day. High temperatures struggle to reach 35°F, and brisk winds will keep the air feeling colder.
Conditions gradually improve midweek with sunshine returning Wednesday. Temperatures slowly rebound toward the mid-40s by Thursday, offering a small hint that spring is trying to return.
Five Day Outlook for Albany, New York
Sunday: Mostly cloudy and cool. High 46°F
Monday: Rain likely and breezy. High 63°F
Tuesday (St. Patrick’s Day): Rain or snow showers early. High 35°F
Wednesday: Partly sunny and chilly. High 37°F
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with milder air. High 46°F
