Weekend Snow Predicted For These New York State Areas

The weekend forecast has officially been released for Western New York, and it looks like we’re about to get our first taste of winter. As we approach the middle of November and colder weather moves into the region, the National Weather Service says we can expect some minor snow accumulation.

How prepared are you for the snow? Have you put your snow tires on your car or truck yet? New York State has specific dates and regulations regarding when studded snow tires can be used on vehicles. In some parts of Western New York, things could get a little slippery this weekend as driving conditions begin to change.

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The good news for those who don’t love snow is that temperatures are expected to climb again next week. Any light snow we receive this weekend could disappear fairly quickly as milder weather returns. It won’t be long before we have to deal with significant snowfall, but for now, that doesn’t appear to be in the immediate forecast.

According to the NWS in Buffalo: "Snow accumulations will be meager and limited to higher terrain. The best chance of a minor coating of white will be found on the Tug Hill Plateau, Bristol Hills, and Chautauqua Ridge".

Western New York Could See Its First Taste of Snow

The game changer for us here in Western New York is the Great Lakes. Lake Erie and Lake Ontario are both notorious for producing feet of snow during lake-effect snowstorms.

The relatively warm water of the lakes combined with colder air moving across them can create ideal conditions for significant snowfall. It’s one of the reasons Western New York can experience dramatically different weather conditions from other parts of the state.

Are You Ready for Winter Driving in New York?

If you don’t have your shovel, road salt, or snowbrush ready, this weekend might be a good opportunity to get everything prepared before winter really arrives.

But most importantly, no matter how much snow we receive, be mindful of your winter driving skills if roads become slippery from wet leaves, slush, or accumulating snow.

Every year, it seems like you think you’re prepared for winter until that first little fishtail from your car sends a shock of adrenaline through your body. It’s a quick reminder that winter driving season has officially arrived!

More Snow Could Be Coming to Western New York

We may not be ready to go downhill sledding or skiing just yet, but this weekend’s forecast is definitely something people across Western New York are talking about.

It’s almost as if we’re both excited about seeing the snow and not quite ready for it at the same time. That’s pretty typical for this time of year in Western New York!