Well, here we go again. If today’s weather has you wondering what season it is, you’re not alone. This afternoon brings scattered rain showers, and tonight? Don’t be too surprised if you see snowflakes dancing around your porch light before bed.
Yeah… snow. In April. Again.
Friday Afternoon: Just Dreary Enough to Ruin Your Mood
Right now, it’s a classic Upstate New York kind of day — gray skies, chilly air, and a steady, cold drizzle that feels like it’s trying a little too hard. Highs might sneak up to around 50°F, but with the clouds and wind, it won’t exactly feel warm.
If you’re headed out, plan on soggy sidewalks, umbrellas flipping inside out, and that “Why didn’t I just stay home?” kind of vibe.
Friday Night: Surprise Flakes? You Bet
As we head into the evening hours, colder air is going to creep in behind today’s rain, and that’s when things get interesting. Temps drop into the upper 30s, and if you live in the hill towns, backroads, or just slightly higher elevations — like Saratoga, Schoharie County, or into the northern Catskills — you might see a light coating of snow before sunrise.
It won’t be anything dramatic, but enough to make the roads slippery and the morning commute a little dicey, especially if you’re out early. Classic spring fake-out.
The Weekend? Stormy Eyes on the Coast
Looking ahead to the weekend, we’re tracking a coastal storm forming off the East Coast that’s expected to bring heavy rain and wind from the Mid-Atlantic up through New England. While Eastern New York probably won’t get the worst of it, we could still see soaking rain and some gusts starting late Saturday into Sunday.
No major flooding expected here just yet, but the system’s still evolving — so it’s worth keeping an eye on if you have weekend plans or live in a flood-prone spot.
Heads-Up Checklist
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Don’t stash the snow scraper just yet. You might need it tonight.
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Drive slow tomorrow morning — some roads could be slick from light snow or freezing drizzle.
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Grab a warm layer if you’re heading out — rain + wind + 38°F = not fun.
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Stay tuned for weekend updates — the storm could bring more than we think.
April’s Got a Split Personality
Welcome to spring in Eastern New York, where your morning commute might involve snow, your afternoon brings rain, and you still need to carry gloves, an umbrella, and maybe sunglasses — just in case. It’s confusing, it’s chaotic, and honestly? It’s right on brand.
But hey — at least it makes for great small talk.
