Albany, NY – A still, misty dawn greets the Capital Region this Sunday, with faint fog curling along the Hudson River. After a chilly start near 37°F, sunshine will return quickly — part of a calm, quiet stretch that leads into a cooler, wetter end to the week.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 53°F. Morning fog may briefly reduce visibility before 9 a.m., especially along I-90 and rural valleys east of Rensselaer. Monday stays mild with highs near 52°F, while light winds and clear skies Monday night allow temperatures to drop near freezing — perfect conditions for patchy frost in outlying areas. Gardeners and farmers should take precautions with any remaining sensitive plants.
Tuesday and Wednesday continue the fair weather theme, featuring abundant sunshine and highs in the mid-50s. By Thursday, clouds begin to thicken as a weak system approaches from the west, bringing a 40% chance of showers by afternoon and evening. That damp stretch may linger into Friday before clearing in time for Halloween activities.
Trick-or-treaters Friday night should enjoy dry, mild weather with light breezes and evening temperatures near 52°F — ideal for layered costumes and outdoor events.
As the weekend closes, another subtle shift appears in the pattern. Models hint at colder air pushing south by early November — an early sign of a chilly November ahead.
