Sunday night’s rain will finally clear out of Central New York, but the region will stay under a blanket of clouds for much of the upcoming week. Residents can expect cooler daytime highs, occasional sunshine and a chance of lake‑effect snow as a new storm system moves in later in the week.
Sunday night to Monday
Rain that has lingered over the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes will push northward and exit the area after midnight Sunday. If cloud cover breaks up briefly overnight, fog or fresh cloud layers are likely to develop by sunrise Monday, keeping the sky overcast for most of the day.
Monday outlook
Monday will be largely cloudy across Central New York. After a gray morning, brief intervals of sunshine may peek through from west to east in the afternoon. Temperatures will hover in the mid‑60s for Syracuse, while western locations could climb to or above 70 °F if the sun breaks out quickly. Northern and eastern parts of the region will likely stay under 60 °F with little sunshine.
Tuesday – warmest day of the week
Tuesday is shaping up to be the warmest day, with highs expected in the 70s for most of Central New York. A scattered morning shower and thunderstorm risk is possible, followed by a break for sunshine before another line of thunderstorms may develop from the northwest in the late afternoon. If the day stays dry and sunny, Syracuse could even see temperatures near 80 °F. The far North Country, from Watertown northward, will remain cooler, likely staying in the 40s‑50s.
Wednesday and Thursday
Wednesday will resemble Monday with persistent cloud cover, occasional mist and only brief sunshine in the late afternoon. Thursday should be a relatively quiet day, featuring a mix of sun and clouds and seasonable temperatures.
Friday – strong system and possible lake‑effect snow
A robust weather system will sweep across Central New York on Friday. Expect cloudy skies, breezy south‑westerly winds and intermittent rain, with the potential for thundery downpours. Wind gusts of 40‑50 mph are possible, making a wind advisory likely. High temperatures will drop into the lower 60s, and windy conditions will continue into Friday night. Lake‑effect rain showers are expected, and there is a marginal risk of the season’s first lake‑effect snow showers, especially at higher elevations. While snowfall accumulation is not yet certain, forecasters will monitor the situation closely as the weekend approaches.
What to watch
Residents should keep an eye on the timing of clouds versus sunshine and rain versus dry periods, as these will heavily influence daily highs and any potential snowfall. For the most up‑to‑date information, you can track live radar loops and interactive maps linked below.
Live Triple Doppler Radar | Interactive Doppler Radar
Original reporting: CNY Central WSTM (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.
