Halloween Weather Blues: Rain and Wind Might Spoil the Fun in Upstate NY

A Big Storm is Coming

Upstate New York is in for a wet and windy Halloween. A significant storm is approaching, bringing heavy rain and strong winds, which could make trick-or-treating a bit messy.

Rain and Wind Forecast

• Rainfall: The weather forecast predicts heavy rain on Thursday and Friday, with 1 to 2 inches expected across the region.
• Storm Calm Down: The storm is expected to weaken by Friday night, but rainy and windy conditions will persist during trick-or-treating hours.
• Winds: Winds could gust up to 35 mph in the late afternoon and evening, making it feel colder with temperatures in the mid-30s.
• Flooding Risk: There is a possibility of street flooding, but it is not expected to be severe.

Weekend Weather Outlook

• Rain Continues: The rain will persist throughout the weekend.
• Temperatures: Days will be in the upper 40s, and nights will be in the upper 30s.

Drought Relief

The rain is good news for Upstate New York, which has been experiencing a drought. Many areas are still in a drought condition.

• Buffalo: Nearly 9 inches below normal rainfall for the year.
• Syracuse: 4.5 inches less rain than usual.

While the Halloween weather may not be ideal, the rain is providing much-needed relief from the drought.