Snow Forecast Across New York

We got our first little taste of winter here in the Capital Region on Monday, and we will get a little more on Tuesday. We most likely see just a dusting locally, and some lake effect snow will bring more plowable accumulations in Central and Western New York.

Here in the greater Albany area, News Channel 13 says we can expect snow showers and flurries with chilly temperatures in the mid-30s and wind chills in the 20s. Snow and rain showers will linger through Wednesday and Thursday as temps rise into the 40s. The National Weather Service says we should see less than an inch of snow in Albany and areas north, while Pittsfield and Cobleskill could see 1 to 2 inches.

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Winter Weather Advisory Issued In Central and Western New York

The real action, as far as snow, will be happening in Central and Western New York. The National Weather Service has issued Winter Weather Advisories around Syracuse, Utica, and Rome, with another 3 - 7 inches of lake-effect snow expected today. Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego Counties are also expecting another 3-5 inches of lake effect snow and high winds.

Albany's Top 10 Snowiest Winters Of All Time [RANKED]

How much snow would it actually take to make it an all-time winter when it comes to big snowfall total for the season? In the average winter, the National Weather Service (NWS) says we get 59.2 inches of snow in Albany. Here is the top 10 list of the snowiest Albany winters on record.

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See The 10 Biggest April Snowfalls In Albany History [RANKED]

In Upstate New York, you can never feel fully secure that snow is completely done until late spring. While we usually do not see a ton of snow in April, it is not unheard of. And if history tells us anything, a big April snowstorm is always possible. We have had a few April doozies over the years, and here are the top 10 April snowfalls on record in Albany according to the National Weather Service.

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