ALBANY, N.Y. – A frosty start greets the Capital Region this morning, but warmer, brighter conditions are just ahead. The National Weather Service in Albany has a Frost Advisory in effect until 10 a.m. Friday, warning that temperatures near 33°F could damage sensitive vegetation across eastern New York and western New England.
Gardeners and homeowners should protect tender plants or bring them indoors as early morning frost lingers through low-lying areas along I-87 and in rural valleys. By late morning, full sunshine takes over, with temperatures climbing near 59°F. Clear skies and calm winds continue through Saturday, setting up a classic fall weekend across the Hudson Valley and beyond.
Saturday offers near-perfect outdoor conditions, with highs reaching the mid-60s under mostly sunny skies — ideal for leaf viewing, pumpkin patches, or prepping yards for Halloween. By Sunday, however, clouds return, and a few late-day showers are expected as a weak cold front moves in from the west. Winds will increase slightly, gusting to 30 mph in higher terrain.
The new workweek brings cooler, unsettled weather. Showers continue Monday morning before skies clear again by Tuesday.
Fall’s trademark temperature swings are on full display — frost today, warmth this weekend, and another chill right behind it. Bundle up early, then enjoy the sun before the next round of showers arrives.
Five-Day Outlook for Albany, NY:
Fri: 59/33 – Frost early; sunny afternoon.
Sat: 63/46 – Mostly sunny; calm winds.
Sun: 71/54 – Breezy; chance of PM showers.
Mon: 62/45 – Showers early; cooler.
Tue: 64/42 – Mostly sunny; crisp fall air.
