ALBANY, N.Y. – Raindrops drum against rooftops and windshields across the Capital Region early Monday as another soaking system sweeps through Upstate New York. A few rumbles of thunder are possible before daybreak, signaling the start of an unsettled day that could make for a slow morning commute on I-87 and Route 7.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, widespread showers and isolated thunderstorms will linger through mid-afternoon. Southeast winds may gust up to 30 mph at times, adding to the damp, raw feel. Rainfall totals will range from a quarter- to half-inch across Albany, Schenectady, and Troy, with heavier pockets possible in thunderstorms. Commuters should allow extra travel time and expect standing water on secondary roads through midmorning.
Conditions improve quickly by Tuesday as drier air moves in, bringing a mix of sunshine and mild temperatures in the low 60s. However, the reprieve will be brief — another weak front returns Tuesday night into Wednesday with scattered showers and a noticeable drop in temperatures. By Thursday, highs fall back into the 50s, and nighttime lows dip toward the 30s. That could bring the first widespread frost risk of the season to outlying suburbs and hill towns in Saratoga, Schoharie, and Rensselaer counties.
Residents are encouraged to clear drains, check sump pumps, and protect late-season gardens before the midweek chill arrives. The weekend looks mostly dry and seasonable — crisp, calm, and ideal for fall color drives or pumpkin patch visits across the Hudson Valley.
Five-Day Forecast for Albany, NY:
Mon: 64/44 – Rain, isolated thunder; gusts near 30 mph.
Tue: 64/48 – Mostly sunny, breezy; mild afternoon.
Wed: 61/41 – Scattered showers; cooler trend begins.
Thu: 56/38 – Mostly cloudy; early frost possible late.
Fri: 58/36 – Partly sunny, calm; brisk fall morning.
