Buffalo, N. Those temperatures will continue a downward trend through the day Wednesday. With respect to temperatures, NWS forecasters say they will largely be in the low to mid 30's early Wednesday, then settle back through the 20's this afternoon. Those winds will remain through the day Wednesday. Thanks to high pressure reaching northward across our region from Virginia, temperatures will steadily climb into the low to mid 30's Thursday.
This should feel even nicer for areas mainly south of a line from Buffalo to Canandaigua where a fair amount of late January sun can be expected, forecasters say. Highs Friday will warm up into the mid to upper 30's. Due to the warmer airmass Thursday night and Friday, expect a mix of precipitation types, with just plain rain likely across the lower warmer elevations and a mix of snow and rain across the higher elevations.
Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph could produce some blowing snow, especially in open areas. A few brief bursts of heavy snow may move through the area this morning. Niagara and Northern Erie Counties. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages. Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities.
Slow down and use caution while driving. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph could produce some blowing snow in open areas. Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility.
Gusty winds could down some tree branches and cause isolated power outages. Arctic air will remain in place through today, along with dangerously cold wind chills through this morning. Temperatures will then moderate some through the rest of the week, National Weather Service forecasters say.
