Buffalo, NY – Warm springlike conditions in western New York will give way to a rapid drop in temperatures and a shift to snow by Tuesday evening, prompting a weather alert across Buffalo, Rochester, and surrounding areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, light showers are expected throughout Monday, April 14, with high temperatures reaching the upper 50s to mid-60s across the region. Rain-free periods will offer a temporary reprieve, but conditions will deteriorate into Tuesday, April 15, as a cold front sweeps across the state.
Showers will intensify Tuesday morning with rain transitioning to snow by 6 p.m., especially in Buffalo, Dunkirk, Jamestown, and the higher terrain near Springville and Lowville. Winds will increase throughout the day, with gusts reaching 35 to 45 mph, reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions.
While snow accumulation is expected to be minimal in lower elevations, higher elevations could see measurable amounts. The wintry mix may lead to slick roads, particularly during the Tuesday evening commute.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, monitor updated alerts, and prepare for changing road conditions. This sudden weather shift contrasts with recent mild patterns and could mark one of the latest seasonable snow events for the region.
