First Alert Weather: April Snow Potential and Weekend Rain

Morning Conditions and Early Week

• ☁️ Clouds are filling in, but the morning sun provided some therapeutic warmth, making it feel less cold than the previous day.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are currently in the 50s in some areas west of the city, with potential to reach 50° or slightly higher with more sun.

Storm System Approaching

• 💧 Moisture is moving in, with the leading edge of rain still to the west but heading towards the area.
• ❄️ Upstate New York and parts of the southern area could see cold enough temperatures for snow, though it may melt on roadways.

Friday and Weekend Forecast

• ☔ Friday morning could bring light precipitation, potentially snow in some northern and western areas, impacting the commute.
• 🌧️ Friday is expected to have on-again, off-again showers throughout the day, with heavier rain possible Friday night, impacting travel for spring break.
• ❄️ Saturday morning may see accumulating snow, which is unusual for this late in the season, followed by clearing but significantly colder temperatures, about 15° below normal.
• 💧 The weekend is shaping up to be a significant soaker, with potential for half an inch of rain on Friday and another half an inch on Saturday.

Temperature Outlook

• 🥶 Saturday will be a chilly day, especially with the cold air pulling in.
• ☀️ Sunday will see a temperature bump, with further warming expected in the following days.