Albany, NY – A stretch of pleasant weather will give way to showers beginning Tuesday, kicking off an unsettled period for the Capital Region that could bring thunderstorms by the Juneteenth holiday. Residents can expect a significant shift from Monday’s partly sunny skies as a new weather pattern moves into the area.
According to the National Weather Service, the likelihood of showers will increase throughout the day Tuesday, with the highest chance of precipitation, at 60 percent, arriving before 2 a.m. Wednesday. While rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, the wet conditions could impact evening commutes and outdoor activities. Temperatures on Tuesday will be mild, with a high near 75 degrees and a south wind around 6 mph.
The chance for wet weather continues into Wednesday with scattered showers possible. The heat will begin to build, pushing temperatures into the mid-80s. Conditions become more active on Juneteenth, as the high climbs to near 89 degrees. Showers are likely, with a possibility of thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m., potentially disrupting holiday celebrations.
Following the mid-week instability, drier and calmer conditions are set to return for the weekend. Friday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 80 degrees, leading into a pleasant weekend perfect for outdoor plans.
Here is the five-day forecast for Albany:
- TUESDAY: Showers Likely | High: 75°F
- WEDNESDAY: Chance of Showers | High: 86°F
- JUNETEENTH: Showers & Thunderstorms Likely | High: 89°F
- FRIDAY: Mostly Sunny | High: 80°F
- SATURDAY: Mostly Sunny | High: 83°F
