Rensselaer, NY – Spring officially begins Thursday, and Upstate New York is seeing a mix of sunshine, rain, and even snow this week. Tuesday will bring mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures, but changes are coming by midweek as showers and colder air move in.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday’s high will reach around 56°F with light winds from the north. The evening will remain clear with a low near 35°F, offering a brief stretch of calm weather before unsettled conditions return.
By Thursday, clouds increase, and rain chances rise by the afternoon. Highs will reach around 60°F before dropping overnight to 32°F. A rain-and-snow mix is likely late Thursday into Friday morning, which could impact local travel.
Looking ahead, Friday may start with lingering snow showers before clearing in the afternoon. Highs will stay cooler near 41°F. The weekend offers a return to mostly sunny skies, with temperatures climbing into the low 50s on Saturday and mid-50s by Sunday.
Drivers should stay alert for potential slick roads Thursday night into Friday morning. While spring officially arrives, winter isn’t fully gone just yet. Keep an eye on updates as the week unfolds.
