Albany, New York – Several rounds of snowfall are expected across portions of New York and New England through early Monday, with light to moderate accumulations potentially affecting weekend travel.
According to the National Weather Service Albany, experimental probabilistic snowfall guidance indicates widespread accumulations of 2 to 4 inches across much of eastern New York, western Massachusetts, and Vermont from Friday afternoon through early Monday morning. Locally higher amounts are possible in favored snowbelt and upslope regions.
Snowfall totals of 3 to 5 inches are forecast across parts of central and western New York, including areas near Syracuse, Rochester, and Watertown, particularly along Interstate 81, Interstate 90, and Interstate 490. Lighter totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected farther south into northeastern Pennsylvania and the lower Hudson Valley.
Across Vermont and northern New Hampshire, including areas near Burlington along I-89, snowfall amounts of 3 to 4 inches are possible, with locally higher totals at higher elevations. In western and central Massachusetts, communities near Interstate 91 and the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) may see 2 to 4 inches by the end of the event.
The snowfall is expected to occur intermittently, with periods of light snow and snow showers rather than a single continuous storm. While snowfall rates are not expected to be intense, slick roads, reduced visibility, and snow-covered surfaces may develop during heavier bursts, especially overnight and during early morning hours.
Weekend travelers, commuters, and students should plan for changing road conditions, particularly on untreated roads, bridges, and mountain passes. Allow extra travel time and monitor local road advisories.
The National Weather Service notes that these amounts are probabilistic and subject to change as additional data becomes available. Residents are encouraged to follow updated forecasts and statements at weather.gov/aly through the weekend.
