Scattered afternoon thunderstorms today, but a dry weekend awaits

Scattered thunderstorms, some strong to severe, are likely this afternoon. The eastern half of the region has a higher threat from thunderstorms than areas further west. This activity should clear out late in the afternoon, and skies should become partly cloudy to mostly clear overnight for the lunar eclipse. A stray shower cannot be ruled out Friday, but otherwise it should be dry through the weekend. A warm, muggy, and unsettled week is ahead next week, though the fine details of when and how much rain will fall remain unclear.… Read More

Weather Planner: Thursday, August 27, 2026

A cold front will pass through the area Thursday afternoon, interacting with a warm, muggy air mass to produce scattered showers and thunderstorms. While the main thunderstorm event will be east of the Finger Lakes, some locally strong storms will still be possible, especially east of Seneca Lake. The highest chance for rain will be between about 3-7 PM, though a few spits of rain may also be possible during the morning. Afternoon highs will be 75-80 degrees with mid and upper 60s dewpoints. Precipitation should end and skies should be partly cloudy to clear at times Thursday night for the lunar eclipse. Overnight lows will be in the upper 50s and low 60s.… Read More

Dry and warmer Wednesday ahead of a few strong storms Thursday afternoon

Sunshine mixing with small clouds and a light south wind will boost temperatures up today. Showers and storms are likely on Thursday, especially over the eastern half of the region, where a couple stronger storms will also be possible. Temperatures will briefly return to the mid 70s before rising back into the low 80s by Sunday and into next week.… Read More

Weather Planner: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

High pressure will keep Wednesday dry and sunny with a mix of thin cirrus clouds and small fair-weather clouds. Light south winds will help temperatures reach the upper 70s and low 80s, while dewpoints will creep up into the low 60s. Mixed skies will persist Wednesday night with a slight increase in southerly winds. Overnight temperatures will remain in the 60s.… Read More

A few showers today, dry and warmer Wednesday

A few rain showers will dot the region today, especially in the later morning and early afternoon over the eastern Finger Lakes. A dry, mild day is ahead for Wednesday, followed by some showers and storms Thursday. A mainly quiet weekend awaits, followed by some warmer, muggier, and potentially unsettled conditions next week.… Read More

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