New York — A thick layer of gray presses down on Buffalo before sunrise, softening the glow of streetlights and giving the city a muted, chilly feel. The air carries that crisp, damp edge that often signals bigger November changes ahead, especially as Thanksgiving travel kicks into full swing across western New York.
Today stays mostly cloudy, but the steadier winds off Lake Erie remind drivers that late-fall travel can shift quickly. Pavement may stay dry, yet the breeze pushes across elevated stretches near I-90 and Route 33, nudging cars and creating brief pockets of reduced visibility where low cloud scraps hang near the surface. Residents should expect slower accelerations, cooler walk-to-car moments, and a steady chill through the morning hours.
Wednesday brightens with mostly sunny skies and a high near the low 40s. Light winds keep conditions stable, giving travelers a well-timed window for errands and early departures. To be fair, this may be the calmest day of the week, as models hint at a slight Winter Tease returning later.
Thursday brings increasing clouds and a small chance of rain late in the day. Temperatures climb into the upper 40s, but the warm-to-cool swing after sunset could spark a brief “watch for” moment in the highest terrain east of the metro. No snow is expected in Buffalo itself, yet November transitions across western New York often produce quick shifts—especially after dark.
Friday’s breeze stiffens again, with more clouds and another spotty rain chance. By Saturday, partly sunny skies return, offering a brisk but manageable setting for leaf cleanup, holiday decorating, or longer-distance Thanksgiving travel.
Buffalo’s early-week pattern may feel tame, but the seasonal cues keep building. Winter isn’t here yet, but it’s definitely knocking.
