BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) —
Warm Stretch Before a Weekend Cooldown
After a stretch of cool fall weather, Western New York is about to get a brief taste of late summer before temperatures settle back into a more seasonable pattern for the weekend.
Wednesday: Comfortable and Mild
Clouds will stick around for much of Wednesday, but temperatures will climb into the lower-70s. It will be a pleasant afternoon for a walk, outdoor lunch, or a trip to the pumpkin patch without needing a jacket. Expect a late chance of a shower.
Thursday: Feels More Like Summer
Thursday will be the warmest day of the week, with highs nearing 80 degrees across parts of Western New York. Breezy conditions will develop, with wind gusts reaching up to 25 mph.
While it won't be a washout, keep an umbrella handy. A few spotty showers may develop as a cold front approaches from the west.
Friday: Cooler Air Returns
That cold front moves through on Friday, bringing a period of rain to start the day and knocking temperatures back into the 60s.
The good news? Drier weather is expected to arrive as the day goes on, allowing conditions to gradually improve by afternoon.
Weekend Forecast: Perfect for Fall Activities
Sunshine returns Saturday with comfortable temperatures in the 60s, making for a picture-perfect autumn day.
The cooler pattern sticks around for Sunday, with highs remaining in the 60s. Whether you're heading to a fall festival, doing yard work, or cheering on the Bills, you'll want a light jacket nearby.
The Bottom Line
Enjoy the brief warm-up Thursday because it's short-lived. By the weekend, Western New York will be back to classic fall weather with sunshine, crisp air, and temperatures ideal for football season.
WEDNESDAY
MORNING: Mostly cloudy, mid 50s.
AFTERNOON: Mostly cloudy, mid 70s.
THURSDAY
MORNING: Mostly cloudy, mid 60s.
AFTERNOON: Mostly cloudy, upper 70s.
FRIDAY
MORNING: Rain showers, near 60.
AFTERNOON: Rain showers, mid 60s.
SATURDAY
MORNING: Mostly cloudy, mid 40s.
AFTERNOON: Partly sunny, mid 60s.
