Albany, N.Y. – Drivers in the Capital Region may face delays early Monday as patchy fog develops along I-87 and nearby routes. Reduced visibility could affect morning travel between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., with commuters urged to use caution and allow extra time.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, conditions will improve by late morning, bringing mostly sunny skies and a high near 79. Winds will remain light, but cooler, clearer nights will follow as October begins on Wednesday. Lows will dip near 40 degrees midweek, a noticeable shift signaling fall’s arrival across upstate New York.
Rensselaer, Albany, and Schenectady counties will see fog clearing quickly today, while rural roads and valleys could hold low visibility longer. The Hudson River Valley is especially prone to patchy morning fog. Motorists should use headlights in fog zones and avoid speeding.
The shift toward cooler nights continues Tuesday into Wednesday. Sunshine dominates both days, but temperatures will settle into the low to mid-70s by day and 40s by night. This trend marks the start of crisp fall weather just as October begins.
Residents should prepare for cooler evenings by checking heating systems, especially in rural areas where overnight lows could dip into the upper 30s later this week. The pleasant daytime warmth will continue, but chilly nights will require extra layers.
The National Weather Service notes the pattern remains stable, with little chance of rain through the weekend. However, fog may return during early morning hours on calm, clear nights, creating occasional travel challenges.
Five Day Forecast for Albany, NY
- Monday: Patchy fog early, mostly sunny, high 79. Low 55.
- Tuesday: Decreasing clouds, high 75. Low 45.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 64. Clear and cool, low 40.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 65. Partly cloudy at night, low 42.
- Friday: Sunny, high 70. Low near 46.
