Buffalo, NY – Western New York faces another round of unstable summer weather as thunderstorms return to the Buffalo area Saturday afternoon, July 26. Local travel on I-190 and surrounding roads may be impacted by heavy rain and sudden downpours, especially after 2 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, Saturday will start off partly sunny with a high near 86°F. Storms are expected to develop after 2 p.m., bringing a 30% chance of showers and isolated lightning. Conditions may briefly improve Saturday night, but another round of scattered storms is possible after 9 p.m. Winds will shift from calm in the morning to light southeast breezes by afternoon.
Sunday brings the highest risk of rain in the five-day period. With a 90% chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. and highs near 85°F, outdoor events could be disrupted. Monday offers a drier, mostly sunny break with temps surging to 87°F.
⚠️ Prepare by charging devices, avoiding flood-prone roads during downpours, and monitoring updates if attending outdoor events this weekend.
📅 Extended 5-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY
- Saturday, July 26: Partly sunny, high 86°F. Scattered T-storms possible after 2 p.m.
- Sunday, July 27: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. High 85°F. Rain chance 90%.
- Monday, July 28: Mostly sunny, high 87°F. Chance of storms Monday night.
- Tuesday, July 29: Slight chance of showers before 8 a.m. Mostly sunny, high 85°F.
- Wednesday, July 30 – Friday, August 1: Clearer skies, highs in the mid-70s by Thursday. Cooler trend heading into August.
⚠️ More storm chances may return midweek — stay alert for additional advisories.
