Rensselaer, N.Y. – Umbrellas and windshield wipers will get a workout midweek across eastern New York, as a soaking rain and strong wind return by Wednesday afternoon. Commuters along I-90 and Route 4 should plan for slower travel and standing water through Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, rain is likely to begin after 2 p.m. Wednesday, intensifying into the evening with gusts and steady downpours. The chance of precipitation jumps to 80% by Wednesday night, with lows around 45°F. Thursday will stay wet, with more rain and highs only reaching 53°F — well below typical May temperatures. Rainfall totals could range from a quarter to half an inch.
Wind will also be a factor early in the week. Monday brings breezy conditions with gusts up to 33 mph in the afternoon. Tuesday will be calmer, with sun and highs near 63°F, offering a brief break before midweek storms return.
By Friday, more showers are expected, but the weekend brings a potential summer preview. Saturday is expected to be mostly cloudy with highs around 63°F, followed by a chance of showers and 68°F on Sunday. Conditions may begin to feel more like early summer if skies clear.
5-Day Outlook for Rensselaer, NY:
- Tuesday (May 20): Sunny, high 63°F. Calm winds.
- Wednesday: Rain after 2 p.m., high 59°F. Rain likely overnight.
- Thursday: Continued rain, high 53°F.
- Friday: Showers likely after 2 p.m., high 60°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 63°F.
- Sunday: Chance of showers, high 68°F.
