Buffalo, NY – Showers and possible thunderstorms will sweep into Buffalo Friday afternoon, bringing a wet and stormy end to the workweek.
According to the National Weather Service, rain is likely to begin after 2 p.m. Friday, with thunder possible later in the day. Drivers along I-90 and I-290 should prepare for reduced visibility and slick roads during the evening commute. The chance of precipitation is 60%, with localized rainfall totals rising during thunderstorms. South winds will reach up to 15 mph.
By Friday night, that rain intensifies. The NWS places the chance of showers and thunderstorms at 80%, especially between 8 p.m. and midnight. Rainfall may total over a quarter inch, possibly more with isolated storms. Temps drop into the upper 40s by morning.
Saturday continues wet, with showers likely before 8 a.m., followed by scattered rain through the afternoon. Winds turn north and gust up to 14 mph, keeping highs cooler in the mid-50s.
Skies clear dramatically by Saturday night, setting up a bright, sunny finish to the weekend on Sunday. Highs will reach the low 60s with calm, dry air. Monday and Tuesday bring mostly sunny skies, with a new round of spring showers returning Tuesday night.
📅 5-Day Buffalo Spring Weather Snapshot:
- Friday: Showers, thunderstorm risk after 2 p.m. (High 74°F)
- Saturday: Morning rain, clearing late (High 54°F)
- Sunday: Sunny and breezy (High 62°F)
- Monday: Mostly sunny (High 72°F)
- Tuesday: Showers return late (High 56°F)
