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Buffalo, New York – Severe spring storms may rattle western and central New York this Saturday, with damaging winds and large hail threatening key roadways including I-90 and Route 104. Residents in Buffalo, Rochester, and across the Lake Ontario shoreline should prepare for a 60% chance of rain and possible severe weather by Saturday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms is in place for both Saturday and again Monday through Wednesday. Storms could bring wind gusts over 25 mph and hail large enough to damage vehicles and property. Affected counties include Erie, Niagara, Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, and Ontario.
Localized flooding and brief power outages are possible, especially in low-lying areas. Motorists should use caution along I-90 and Route 104, where heavy downpours may reduce visibility. Spotter activation is not expected, but weather agencies will monitor conditions into the weekend.
Here’s a detailed 5-day spring outlook for Buffalo:
- Saturday: Showers likely by 7 a.m., with thunderstorms possible later. High near 54°F.
- Sunday: Scattered showers, mostly cloudy, high near 53°F. Winds near 10 mph.
- Monday: Afternoon storms likely. Partly sunny early with a high near 65°F.
- Tuesday: Thunderstorm risk continues, high near 60°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 64°F, with a 30% shower chance.
