New York – A biting cold start grips Buffalo this morning, with temperatures near 25°F and a sharp chill in the air. Patches of black ice could form on untreated roads, especially bridges and overpasses.
According to the National Weather Service, skies turn mostly sunny through the day with highs reaching near 37°F. Light winds help conditions improve, but early travel remains slick in spots.
Across Erie County, including Buffalo, Cheektowaga, and Tonawanda, drivers on I-90 and Route 33 should stay alert for refreezing. Wet pavement from earlier melting can quickly harden into ice during the morning hours.
By midweek, a noticeable shift begins. Temperatures climb to around 48°F with increasing clouds. Roads stay mainly dry, offering a brief break from winter hazards.
Attention then turns to Thursday. Rain develops by the afternoon with a 70% chance of precipitation. Conditions may deteriorate quickly after sunset as colder air pushes in.
Meteorologists now track a transition Thursday night into early Friday, when rain mixes with or changes to snow. Light accumulation remains possible, especially on grassy and elevated surfaces.
By Friday, scattered snow showers linger with highs near 34°F. Gusty winds could reduce visibility at times, particularly along open stretches near Lake Erie.
Looking ahead, calmer weather returns for the weekend with gradual warming. Still, these rapid temperature swings can trigger flash freezing in the evenings.
Plan extra time for travel late Thursday into Friday. Are you seeing icy roads in your neighborhood this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Buffalo, NY:
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 48°F
Thursday: Showers likely, high near 58°F
Friday: Chance of snow showers, high near 34°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 36°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 45°F
