Buffalo, New York, is bracing for a burst of showers and possible thunderstorms on Sunday, July 20, which could cause travel delays, especially for morning commuters. Drivers along I-90 and Route 33 should stay alert, as the most active weather is expected to move through the area during the morning hours. The National Weather Service reports that a band of showers will push into western New York early Sunday, with a 30% chance of precipitation, primarily before 8 a.m. Some neighborhoods could experience brief downpours, but the rainfall will generally be light and scattered.
Winds will shift to the northwest by afternoon, ushering in cooler and drier air, which will help clear the skies. Temperatures will remain comfortable, with highs near 80°F. As the showers taper off by late Sunday, Buffalo will see a return to calm weather, marking the beginning of several days of sunny skies and pleasant conditions.
Calm and Clear Weather for the Start of the Week
Monday and Tuesday, July 21 and 22, will offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities, with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s and mostly clear skies. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this stretch of pleasant weather to catch up on yard work, outdoor projects, or to visit local parks before the summer heat returns.
Warmer Midweek with a Chance of Storms
By Wednesday, July 23, the temperature will rise again, with highs reaching the mid-80s. Humid conditions are expected to develop, which could spark a new round of scattered showers and thunderstorms. As the humidity builds through the rest of the week, the possibility of more pop-up showers will increase.
Pop-Up Showers Likely Later in the Week
Thursday and Friday, July 24 and 25, will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with highs around 85°F. While the weather will remain warm, the chance of scattered rain could disrupt outdoor plans, so it’s advisable to keep an eye on local weather alerts. The weather will be partly sunny with periodic rain chances throughout the latter part of the week.
Five-Day Forecast for Buffalo, NY (July 20-25)
Sunday, July 20: Chance of showers before 8 a.m., then clearing. High near 80°F.
Monday, July 21: Mostly sunny, high of 75°F.
Tuesday, July 22: Sunny, high of 79°F.
Wednesday, July 23: Mostly sunny and warmer, high of 85°F.
Thursday, July 24: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high of 85°F.
Friday, July 25: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high of 84°F.
Buffalo will experience a wet start to the weekend, with showers and thunderstorms likely on Sunday, but conditions will improve in the afternoon. Monday and Tuesday offer a calm and clear stretch, ideal for outdoor activities. However, warmer and more humid weather will return by midweek, bringing a chance of scattered showers and storms. Keep an eye on the forecast for any updates, especially later in the week, as humidity and rainfall chances increase.
