Snow Forecast This Weekend For Capital Region

This weekend we could finally see a little accumulation of fresh powder to get you in the holiday spirit.

Outside of Buffalo and Western New York, the snowfall has yet to really get kickstarted in Upstate New York. It looks like we have the potential for that to change this weekend as we really get into the Christmas spirit.

Weather Channel Weekend Forecast Calls For Snow

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While this will not be earth-shattering snowfall this weekend, it should be enough accumulation late in the weekend to add to the spirit of the season. Here is the weekend forecast for the Albany area according to the Weather Channel:

Saturday

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Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high of 38.

Sunday

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Sunday will start off with cloudy skies with a 60% chance of snow showers in the afternoon and evening with 1 to 3 inches of accumulation expected.

It's just enough snow forecast this weekend to add to that Christmas cheer while allowing you to keep those holiday plans!

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