Buffalo, NY – Western New York gets one last stretch of late-summer sunshine Friday before weekend rain threatens travel and outdoor plans. Drivers along I-90 and Route 400 should expect changing conditions Saturday evening as showers move across Erie County.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday will stay sunny and calm with highs near 76 degrees, making for a comfortable start to the weekend. But clouds roll in Saturday, and a 50% chance of rain develops by nightfall. Commuters and late travelers should plan ahead, especially with slick roads possible along the Thruway after sunset.
Saturday afternoon brings partly sunny skies, but winds from the southwest may push in moisture that triggers those evening showers. Overnight lows near 60 degrees will keep the air mild, though damp conditions could linger into early Sunday.
Sunday looks brighter, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 75. Winds will turn northwest, helping to clear out the rain. By Monday and Tuesday, Buffalo and surrounding towns can expect seasonable sunshine, with highs climbing toward the upper 70s.
Residents planning weekend activities should keep umbrellas and rain jackets close Saturday night. Event organizers may want to prepare for brief delays, especially for outdoor gatherings.
Showers remain localized, but drivers should monitor updates from the New York State DOT and avoid unnecessary late-night travel if possible.
Conditions calm again by Monday, but forecasters note this unsettled pattern could signal more fall-like weather developing next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY
- Friday: Sunny, high near 76, calm wind
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 75, evening showers, 50% chance
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 75
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 74
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 76
