Buffalo is trading Thursday’s summerlike warmth for a cooler, mostly cloudy Friday, with temperatures near 50 degrees early and a high around 58. Northwest winds near 10 mph will add a late-October bite, although the weekend forecast quickly swings warmer and mostly dry.
The National Weather Service Buffalo office says a stray shower could pass through midday Friday. Skies should gradually brighten during the afternoon before Friday night turns partly cloudy and chilly, with a low near 37.
Halloween Weekend Brings Sunshine And A Warm-Up
Saturday should be mostly sunny with a high near 58, making for decent conditions for Halloween errands, outdoor plans and trick-or-treating. The night will be cool, with temperatures falling to around 41.
Sunday looks milder at about 64 degrees under partly sunny skies, followed by another high near 65 Monday. That is a notable shift from the cooler air arriving Friday, and a substantive update from Hoodline’s earlier forecast, which centered on Thursday’s heat and showers.
Lake Ontario Advisories Continue As Land Weather Settles
For boaters, Small Craft Advisories remain in effect on portions of Lake Ontario through Friday evening and early Saturday as northwest winds and waves linger offshore. There are no land-based watches or warnings posted for Buffalo.
The National Weather Service also continues to flag very dry leaf litter and fine fuels after an extended dry stretch. Outdoor flames and tossed cigarettes deserve extra care even though the forecast does not show a critical combination of wind and low humidity.
Rain Chances Return By Midweek
The mild pattern holds into Tuesday and Wednesday, with highs near 68. Showers are possible Tuesday, and a wetter pattern may develop in the middle to end of next week.
