End of Week Forecast
An area of high pressure over New England is entrenched in its position, even as low pressure over the lower Great Lakes tries to move eastward.
Clouds ahead of the low have moved into the Finger Lakes and will remain in place throughout the day. Only a few glimpses of filtered sun through some thin patches are expected.
Rain is as close as eastern Ohio this morning, but the high pressure will prevent much eastward movement today.
Very late this afternoon and this evening, a few showers may start to sneak into the southwestern quadrant of the region before they dissipate.
Most areas will see no precipitation whatsoever from this system.
Southeast winds will be a bit blustery today as these opposite weather systems rub shoulders. Wind speeds will be up to 10 mph with gusts as high as 25-30 mph, especially over higher elevations and for areas further west.
Temperatures today will not be too much different than yesterday, with highs reaching the mid and upper 40s. A few of the typically warmer urban and valley locations may hit 50 degrees.
Nighttime temperatures will range from west to east tonight, with mid and upper 30s for most areas west of Seneca Lake. To the east, low 30s will be more common with upper and even mid 20s in Cortland County.
Clouds will start to break up after midnight and just a few should linger Friday morning. The rest of the day should be mostly sunny, with just the occasional stray cloud drifting through.
Winds will swing around to the northwest as the low pressure system redevelops itself along the Mid-Atlantic coast. Afternoon wind speeds may approach 10 mph again.
Temperatures will be a bit warmer nonetheless, with most areas somewhere around 50 degrees. The valleys from Corning to Binghamton may see mid 50s, while some hilltops stick to the upper 40s.
Winds will remain steady through Friday night, keeping temperatures in the low and mid 30s despite clear skies.
Weekend Weather, Next Week Preview
High pressure will be in firm control of the weather into Saturday with mostly sunny skies throughout the day.
The northwest wind will continue, reaching speeds slightly above 10 mph with gusts around 25 mph. Relative humidity values will generally drop to the 40-50 percent range, but some areas may slip under 40 percent.
This dry air, combined with the wind, early drought conditions, and plenty of dry, dead fuels will increase our brush fire risk. As a reminder, a statewide burn ban is in effect until the end of November.
Temperatures on Saturday will be similar to Friday, if not a degree or two warmer.
Clouds will increase early Sunday, turning most of the day overcast. No rain is expected, yet, with low pressure only approaching the area from the northwest.
Temperatures will mainly be in the mid 50s with light southerly winds.
Rain showers are expected on Monday, though they will be light and sporadic. Most areas will be lucky to even see a meager tenth of an inch of rainfall.
Temperatures will remain in the mid 50s for Monday after starting mild in the mid 40s.
Behind this system, skies will remain cloudy, but rain will not fall. Highs Tuesday will be in the low 50s while Wednesday tops out around 50 degrees.
The chances for precipitation will increase late next week and next weekend. This system should usher in a cool period for the week of Thanksgiving with highs likely in the 35-45 degree range. Time will tell if this yields any snowfall, as the overall pattern looks favorable for lake effect precipitation.
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This graphic represents an average over the entire Finger Lakes region. Localized variations should be expected.
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