Buffalo, NY – Strong storms may dampen the second half of the workweek across Western New York, with thunderstorms expected to arrive by Wednesday night and persist through Friday. Motorists along the I-90 corridor should prepare for reduced visibility and slick roads, especially Thursday morning when rain chances peak at 60%.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, a line of showers and isolated thunderstorms is likely to develop late Wednesday and increase overnight. By Thursday morning, widespread showers and scattered thunderstorms could impact both the morning and evening commute across Erie, Niagara, and Chautauqua counties. Rain totals are expected to remain light but may be higher in areas with thunderstorms.
Travelers should monitor local updates, avoid flooded roads, and give extra time for travel. Winds may gust near 16 mph Wednesday and remain steady through Thursday.
Friday brings another 60% chance of showers, with temps holding in the low 70s. Patchy morning fog is possible, followed by drier skies by the weekend.
🔍 Five-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY (June 3–7)
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 80°F. Breezy southwest wind.
- Wednesday: Sunny by day (high 79°F), then 40% chance of storms late. Gusts up to 16 mph.
- Thursday: 60% rain chance, some storms possible. High near 72°F. Thunderstorm risk before 2 p.m.
- Friday: Showers likely, mainly before 8 a.m. High near 72°F. Low around 58°F.
- Saturday: 30% rain chance in the afternoon. Cooler, high 68°F. Partly cloudy at night.
