More Snow For Upstate New York Friday: See How Much We'll Get

As you head out the next couple of days for those last-minute Christmas gifts, you will have some snow to contend with in the Capital Region and throughout Upstate New York.

It's the last weekend before Christmas to get those last-minute preparations set for your Christmas celebration.

And I guess you can look at the forecast heading into the weekend two ways: perfect to get you in the holiday spirit, or perfect to aggravate you as you head out and about!

Either way, snow is on the way Friday into Saturday.

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National Weather Service Issues Hazardous Weather Outlook

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for western Massachusetts, southern Vermont, and eastern/central New York.

Light snow is expected to start Friday morning and will continue through Friday night tapering off Saturday with up to 4 inches of snow possible.

Here are the latest local snowfall predictions for the region.

Upstate New York Snowfall Predictions For Friday December 20, 2024

Winter 2024 is off to a fast start when it comes to snow with more fresh powder predicted for the Captial Region and Upstate New York from Friday, December 20th into Saturday, December 21st. The National Weather Service (NWS) says light snow will start Friday morning and will taper off Saturday. Here are the latest NWS snowfall predictions for local cities and towns throughout Upstate New York.

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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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The Capital Region's Worst Roads To Drive In The Snow

Driving in the Capital Region can be a chore in the warmer months. But during the winter, there are some roads local drivers would rather avoid. That applies when the snow falls and in some cases when our wintertime nemesis, pool-sized potholes, begin reproducing like rabbits! Here are the worst Capital Region roads to navigate while driving in the snow according to YOU.

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