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Lake Effect Snow Warning 1, NWS Buffalo, NY

January 22, 2026Erie County, Wyoming County, New York

NWS Buffalo, NY issued this lake effect snow warning at Jan 22, 2026, 1:20 AM EST for Erie County, Wyoming County, New York. It was in force for 36 hr. 60 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Jan 22, 2026, 1:20 AM EST (06:20 UTC)
Expired
Jan 23, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
In force
36 hr
Issued by
NWS Buffalo, NY

Counties Erie County, NY, Wyoming County, NY

The radar

The Buffalo radar (KBUF), 31 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 06:22 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Jan 22, 5:15 AM ESTSNOW 2.2Kenmore, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-59 Kenmore 0.3 ESE.
Jan 22, 5:30 AM ESTSNOW 53 Ne Holland, NY24 hour snowfall total.
Jan 22, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 55 Nw Varysburg, NYCO-OP Observer station ATAN6 Attica 7SW.
Jan 22, 6:50 AM ESTSNOW 3.3Orchard Park, NY24 hour snowfall. 2 additional inches since yesterday afternoon.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 2.5Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-39 Hamburg 0.4 WSW.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 2.91 Nw Kenmore, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-57 Kenmore 0.8 NW.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 31 S Blasdell, NYOvernight snowfall.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 32 S Snyder, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-122 Cheektowaga 2.4 NW.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 33 N Silver Springs, NYCO-OP Observer station SVSN6 Silver Springs 3N.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.12 Se East Aurora, NYCO-OP Observer station WLSN6 Wales.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.22 Se Elma Center, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-261 Elma Center 1.8 SE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.81 Se Glenwood, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-194 Glenwood 1.0 SE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 41 E East Aurora, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-66 East Aurora 1.0 ESE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 43 W Wyoming, NYCO-OP Observer station WYON6 Wyoming 3W.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.1Buffalo Airport, NY24 hour snowfall.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.53 Ene West Seneca, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-219 West Seneca 2.8 ENE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.6Sardinia, NYSnowfall since midnight.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.91 Sse Eden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-150 Eden 1.4 SSE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.92 Nw South Wales, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-158 East Aurora 2.7 SSE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.31 Wnw Colden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-166 Boston 2.5 NE.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.55 Nw Gainesville, NYCO-OP Observer station WRSN6 Warsaw 6SW.
Jan 22, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 6.53 W Warsaw, NYCO-OP Observer station WSWN6 Warsaw 4W.
Jan 22, 7:47 AM ESTSNOW 3.52 N Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-189 Hamburg 2.0 N.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.5Derby, NYSnowfall since 7AM yesterday.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.81 W East Amherst, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-54 East Amherst 1.2 WNW.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 42 E West Seneca, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-264 West Seneca 2.5 E.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 45 W Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-282 5 NNW Eden.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 45 W Hamburg, NYCO-OP Observer station LKVN6 Lake View 1NE.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.63 N Amherst, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-98 Amherst 5.4 NNE.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.81 Wnw Springville, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-266 1 WNW Springville.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 61 W Alden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-280 Alden 0.6 W.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 8.21 W Arcade, NYCO-OP Observer station ARCN6 Arcade.
Jan 22, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 9.13 Ne Glenwood, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-77 Colden 2.4 ENE.
Jan 22, 8:25 AM ESTSNOW 4.32 Nnw Buffalo, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-283 Buffalo 1.8 NNW.
Jan 22, 8:30 AM ESTSNOW 3.81 Nw Williamsville, NY24 hour snowfall. 1.4 inches of snow yesterday afternoon, another 2.4 inches overnight.
Jan 22, 8:45 AM ESTSNOW 35 Nnw Eden, NYCorrects previous snow report from 5 NNW Eden. Overnight snowfall total.
Jan 22, 8:45 AM ESTSNOW 95 Nnw Eden, NYIncludes overnight snowfall.
Jan 22, 8:52 AM ESTSNOW 1.52 Nne Tonawanda, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-86 Tonawanda 1.5 NNE.
Jan 22, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.52 E Tonawanda, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-242 Tonawanda 1.6 E.
Jan 22, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.21 Se Amherst, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-104 Williamsville 2.2 NNW.
Jan 22, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 53 Sw Elma, NY
Jan 22, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.23 E East Concord, NYCO-OP Observer station SGVN6 Springville 5NE.
Jan 22, 9:00 AM ESTSNOW 6.81 Se Elma Center, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-75 Elma Center 0.7 SE.
Jan 22, 10:56 AM ESTSNOW 3.32 Ese Elma Center, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-138 East Aurora 3.4 NNE.
Jan 22, 11:00 AM ESTSNOW 5.52 Nw West Falls, NY24-hour total.
Jan 22, 12:50 PM ESTSNOW 6.71 Wnw Alden, NYSnowfall total since yesterday.
Jan 22, 4:33 PM ESTSNOW 5Orchard Park, NYSnowfall since this morning.
Jan 22, 7:00 PM ESTSNOW 11.52 Sw West Falls, NYSnowfall today.
Jan 22, 8:00 PM ESTSNOW 4.82 Ene Kenmore, NY
Jan 23, 6:30 AM ESTSNOW 4Kenmore, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-59 Kenmore 0.3 ESE.
Jan 23, 6:30 AM ESTSNOW 83 Ne Holland, NY24 hour snowfall total.
Jan 23, 6:30 AM ESTSNOW 133 Ne Holland, NY48 hour total snowfall.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 12 S Snyder, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-122 Cheektowaga 2.4 NW.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 21 Nw Kenmore, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-57 Kenmore 0.8 NW.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 2.9Buffalo Airport, NY24 hour snowfall total.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 3.5Hamburg, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-39 Hamburg 0.4 WSW.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 41 Sse Eden, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-150 Eden 1.4 SSE.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.51 E East Aurora, NYCocorahs station NY-ER-66 East Aurora 1.0 ESE.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.53 W Warsaw, NYCO-OP Observer station WSWN6 Warsaw 4W.
Jan 23, 7:00 AM ESTSNOW 4.82 Se East Aurora, NYCO-OP Observer station WLSN6 Wales.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Buffalo Intl Airport, NY (KBUF), launched 00:00Z, 6.3 hours before the alert went out and 27 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Buffalo Intl Airport, NY at 00:00Z on 2026-01-22Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Buffalo Intl Airport, NY at 00:00Z on 2026-01-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 284 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
554 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
88 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
284 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
299 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

116 
WWUS41 KBUF 220620
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

NYZ012-085-221900-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.LE.W.0001.260122T0620Z-260123T1800Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 8 to 14 inches in the most persistent lake snows. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce significant blowing 
  and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow covered roads 
  and very poor visibility at times. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-221900-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 2 to 3 feet in the most persistent bands. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph will produce significant blowing and 
  drifting snow.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across the Tug Hill Plateau.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Travel within the most intense 
  portion of the band may be nearly impossible at times. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ001-002-021-221500-
/O.EXT.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260122T1500Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, and Wellsville
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow 
  in open areas.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions with 
  reduced visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited 
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-221900-
/O.EXT.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting 
  snow.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across western Chautauqua and far 
  northwest Cattaraugus counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday 
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-221900-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
120 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows 
  south and east of Buffalo to southwest Genesee County, with 2 to 4 
  inches across the rest of the area. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will be just south and east of Buffalo to southwest 
  Genesee County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult at times with snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact 
  the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
6 follow-up statements
277 
WWUS41 KBUF 220658
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

NYZ012-085-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow today through 
  Friday. Additional snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches in the most 
  persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will 
  produce significant blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, until 1 PM EST Friday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow covered roads 
  and very poor visibility at times. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 2 to 3 feet in the most persistent bands. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph will produce significant blowing and 
  drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across the Tug Hill Plateau during the 
  lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Travel within the most intense 
  portion of the band may be nearly impossible at times. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ001-002-021-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260122T1500Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, and Wellsville
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS 
MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will produce blowing and 
  drifting snow in open areas.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions with 
  reduced visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the 
  Thursday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited 
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows 
  south and east of Buffalo to southwest Genesee County, with 2 to 4 
  inches across the rest of the area. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will be just south and east of Buffalo to southwest 
  Genesee County during the lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult at times with snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact 
  the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting 
  snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across western Chautauqua and far 
  northwest Cattaraugus counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday 
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

&&

$$

NYZ003>005-013-014-221900-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Geneseo,
and Canandaigua
158 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...The Genesee Valley and northern Finger Lakes.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
846 
WWUS41 KBUF 221502
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

NYZ001-002-021-230315-
/O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260122T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, and Wellsville
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery road conditions with 
  reduced visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ012-085-230315-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow today through 
  Friday. Additional snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches in the most 
  persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will 
  produce significant blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, until 1 PM EST Friday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow covered roads 
  and very poor visibility at times. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-230315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 2 to 3 feet in the most persistent bands. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph will produce significant blowing and 
  drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across the Tug Hill Plateau during the 
  lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Travel within the most intense 
  portion of the band may be nearly impossible at times. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread light snow this afternoon through 
  this evening, and then another round of significant accumulating 
  lake effect snow is expected Thursday behind the Arctic front and 
  continuing through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.



&&

$$

NYZ010-011-230315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows 
  south and east of Buffalo to southwest Genesee County, with 2 to 4 
  inches across the rest of the area. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will be just south and east of Buffalo to southwest 
  Genesee County during the lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult at times with snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact 
  the evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-230315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting 
  snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across western Chautauqua and far 
  northwest Cattaraugus counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday 
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ003>005-013-014-230315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, Fair Haven, Geneseo,
and Canandaigua
1002 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...The Genesee Valley and northern Finger Lakes.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

AR
062 
WWUS41 KBUF 222350
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

NYZ012-085-231515-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST 
FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow through Friday. 
  Additional snow accumulations 8 to 14 inches in the most 
  persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will 
  produce significant blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, until 1 PM EST Friday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow covered roads 
  and very poor visibility at times. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-231515-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 2 to 3 feet in the most persistent bands. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph will produce significant blowing and 
  drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across the Tug Hill Plateau during the 
  lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. Travel within the most intense 
  portion of the band may be nearly impossible at times. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening 
  commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread light snow this evening, and then 
  another round of significant accumulating lake effect snow is 
  expected Thursday night behind the Arctic front and continuing 
  through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.



&&

$$

NYZ010-011-231515-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows 
  south and east of Buffalo to southwest Genesee County, with 2 to 4 
  inches across the rest of the area. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will be just south and east of Buffalo to southwest 
  Genesee County during the lake effect snow today through Friday.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult at times with snow covered 
  roads and poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact 
  the evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will develop behind the 
  Arctic front Thursday night with moderate accumulations expected 
  east and northeast of the lake.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-231515-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations 4 to 8 inches in the most persistent lake snows. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting 
  snow.

Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through Monday 
evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  accumulations will focus across western Chautauqua and far 
  northwest Cattaraugus counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Friday. For 
  the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Monday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult with snow covered roads and 
  poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday 
  morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ001>005-013-014-021-231515-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Niagara-Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Medina, Rochester, Newark,
Fair Haven, Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville
650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Widespread heavy snow possible late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening. Significant accumulations possible.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, 
  Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

EAJ
929 
WWUS41 KBUF 230549
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

NYZ012-085-231815-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows, with most of that falling early this morning. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow with significant 
  accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-231815-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 8 to 16 inches in the most 
  persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce 
  blowing and drifting snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow 
  with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest additional 
  accumulations from lake effect snow will fall across the Tug Hill 
  Plateau.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ002>005-231815-
/O.NEW.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-
Including the cities of Medina, Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 
AM EST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake 
  snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and 
  drifting snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow with 
  significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon 
  to 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late 
  Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads. 
  Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ010-011-231815-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows, mainly early this morning. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, heavy snow with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. The greatest 
  additional accumulations this morning will be from the Buffalo 
  Southtowns to southern Genesee County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads. 
  Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-231815-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows, mainly early this morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, heavy snow with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  additional accumulations this morning will be across western and 
  northern Chautauqua County and northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads. 
  Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ001-013-014-021-231815-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Niagara-Livingston-Ontario-Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Geneseo, Canandaigua, and
Wellsville
1249 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Niagara, Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

Hitchcock
983 
WWUS41 KBUF 231511
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

NYZ010-011-240315-
/O.CAN.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Buffalo and Batavia
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ012-085-240315-
/O.CON.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, heavy lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows, with most of that falling this morning. Winds gusting 
  as high as 35 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow. For the 
  Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow with significant accumulations 
  likely.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...For the Lake Effect Snow Warning, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be 
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-240315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 inches in the most 
  persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce 
  blowing and drifting snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow 
  with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. The greatest additional 
  accumulations from lake effect snow will fall across the Tug Hill 
  Plateau.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with deep snow cover on 
  roads and very poor visibility. The hazardous conditions will 
  impact the Friday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.



&&

$$

NYZ019-020-240315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches in the most persistent 
  lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will produce blowing 
  and drifting snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow with 
  significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest 
  additional accumulations this morning will be across western and 
  northern Chautauqua County and northwest Cattaraugus County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads. 
  Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ002>005-240315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Orleans-Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-
Including the cities of Medina, Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake 
  snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce blowing and 
  drifting snow. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow with 
  significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon 
  to 10 AM EST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late 
  Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads. 
  Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Snow will result in snow covered roads and limited visibilities. 
Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally 
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just 
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, 
visibility, and road conditions.

&&

$$

NYZ001-013-014-021-240315-
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Niagara-Livingston-Ontario-Allegany-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Geneseo, Canandaigua, and
Wellsville
1011 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with significant accumulations likely.

* WHERE...Niagara, Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Begin needed preparations at home or with your vehicle. Travel may 
become difficult, so plan accordingly.

&&

$$

HSK
111 
WWUS41 KBUF 231757
WSWBUF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

NYZ012-085-240600-
/O.EXP.KBUF.LE.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Wyoming-Southern Erie-
Including the cities of Warsaw, Orchard Park, and Springville
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST 
MONDAY...
...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 
  inches.

* WHERE...Wyoming and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

&&

$$

NYZ019-020-240600-
/O.EXP.KBUF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260123T1800Z/
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST 
MONDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 
  inches.

* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

&&

$$

NYZ006>008-240600-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260124T0000Z/
Oswego-Jefferson-Lewis-
Including the cities of Oswego, Watertown, and Lowville
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS 
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations 5 to 10 inches in the most 
  persistent bands. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will produce 
  blowing and drifting snow. For the second Winter Storm Warning, 
  heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 inches, 
  with up to two feet on the Tug Hill.

* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region.

* WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this 
  evening. For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 
  7 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Friday evening and Monday and Tuesday commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop 
  behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into 
  mid-week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

&&

$$

NYZ002-240600-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/
Orleans-
Including the cities of Medina
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST 
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake 
  snows. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 
  inches.

* WHERE...Orleans County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

&&

$$

NYZ003>005-240600-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBUF.WW.Y.0007.260123T2000Z-260124T1500Z/
Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-
Including the cities of Rochester, Newark, and Fair Haven
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST 
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake 
  snows. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 
  inches.

* WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop 
  behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into 
  mid-week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, 
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

&&

$$

NYZ001-010-011-240600-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T1200Z-260127T0000Z/
Niagara-Northern Erie-Genesee-
Including the cities of Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Batavia
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 
  inches.

* WHERE...Niagara, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

&&

$$

NYZ013-014-021-240600-
/O.UPG.KBUF.WS.A.0002.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBUF.WS.W.0003.260125T0600Z-260127T0000Z/
Livingston-Ontario-Allegany-
Including the cities of Geneseo, Canandaigua, and Wellsville
1257 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 PM EST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 12 to 18 
  inches.

* WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel conditions.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Consider delaying travel. If you must travel, drive with extreme 
caution. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of 
you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden 
braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when 
making turns.

&&

$$

HSK

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this lake effect snow warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Buffalo, NY wrote its last area forecast discussion before this lake effect snow warning went out at Jan 21, 6:37 PM EST, 6 hours 43 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • 1) Light snow and gusty winds this afternoon through this evening. 2) Snow showers, gusty winds and turning much colder behind the Arctic front tonight into Thursday. 3) Gusty winds and lake effect snows develop Thursday off both lakes, with significant accumulations possible east of Lake Ontario through Friday. 4) Dangerously cold airmass will arrive Friday and last through the weekend. 5) Widespread snow becoming more likely Sunday - Sunday night
Area forecast discussion, Jan 21, 6:37 PM EST, 6 hours 43 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
637 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

.WHAT HAS CHANGED...
Gale Watch has been upgraded to a Warning from 1AM tonight
through 7PM Friday evening.

Extreme Cold Watch issued for the North Country from 7PM Friday
night through 1PM Saturday.

&&

.KEY MESSAGES...
1) Light snow and gusty winds this afternoon through this evening.

2) Snow showers, gusty winds and turning much colder behind the
Arctic front tonight into Thursday.

3) Gusty winds and lake effect snows develop Thursday off both
lakes, with significant accumulations possible east of Lake Ontario
through Friday.

4) Dangerously cold airmass will arrive Friday and last through the
weekend.

5) Widespread snow becoming more likely Sunday - Sunday night

&&

.DISCUSSION...
KEY MESSAGE 1...Light snow and gusty winds this afternoon through
this evening.

A passing clipper system will bring an area of light snow through
the region this evening. Overall, snowfall accumulations will be
light, 2-4" possible across the Niagara Frontier and western
Southern Tier where a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued
through 7 AM Thursday. Elsewhere, expect 3-6" east of Lake Ontario,
with the highest amounts across the southern slopes of the Tug Hill.
Much lower snow amounts are expected across the Genesee Valley and
Finger Lakes region with generally an inch or two at best.

Additionally, a strong southerly LLJ (+50 knots) plowing into the
region within the warm sector, despite poor mixing will support will
support some wind gusts of 25 to 30 mph into this evening. These
stronger wind gust will mainly focus north of the Chautauqua Ridge
down to the Lake Erie shore and also downwind of the northern slopes
of the Tug Hill late this afternoon through this evening.

KEY MESSAGE 2...Snow showers, gusty winds and turning much
colder behind the Arctic front tonight into Thursday.

An Arctic front will approach this area this evening and then plow
east through much of the region overnight into Thursday. With it, we
may see an enhanced line (squall) or area of snow showers work from
west to east. After that...a much colder (frigid) airmass will pour
into the region through the day Thursday.

KEY MESSAGES 3...Gusty winds and lake effect snows develop Thursday
off both lakes, with significant accumulations possible east of Lake
Ontario through Friday.

Another round of lake effect snows expected Thursday behind the
Arctic front which will last into Friday. The lake bands will focus
east and east-northeast of the lakes under a general west-
southwesterly to westerly low level flow.

With this event the better environment by far will be over Lake
Ontario, where substantially deeper moisture and a fetch
parallel/near parallel to the long axis of the lake will be in
place. Convergence into the expected Lake Ontario band will be
further augmented by a lake-aggregate thermally-enhanced surface
trough Thursday night into Friday. This setup will likely be
sufficient for significant accumulations from near/just south of the
Watertown area to the Tug Hill, with the band then drifting
southward across the south shore of the lake and giving way to
weaker multi-banded lake snows later Friday and Friday evening as
winds veer following the trough passage. A Winter Storm Warning for
the eastern Lake Ontario Region remains in effect through Friday
evening.

Off Lake Erie...the environment appears to feature a bit shallower
moisture, with a bit more in the way of oscillations in the low-
level flow which will have a tendency to move the lake snows around
somewhat more compared to those off Lake Ontario. Coupling this with
increasing ice coverage, confidence in warning criteria amounts
remains lower. That said...it is still possible that we may see
very 'LOW' end 'WARNING" amounts in spots but for now confidence
will hold to previous thinking with more of a high end advisory-
type event. Also, with CAA ongoing Thursday and a decent LLJ aloft,
we will likely see wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph through Friday, and
maybe a few isolated gusts to 50 mph.

Key Message 4...Dangerously cold airmass will arrive Friday and last
through the weekend.

An anomalous strong western ridge of high pressure will extend
northward across Alaska and towards the arctic circle, allowing for
polar air to slide southward across Canada this week...with the cold
air supporting a strong +3 SD 1052 mb surface high pressure over the
northern Plains Friday. Temperatures at 850 hPa will fall to the mid
negative 20s Friday night through Saturday ahead of this surface
high. A bitterly and dangerously cold weekend with overnight lows
dropping to near zero...to inland areas well below zero. East of
Lake Ontario some of the traditionally colder spots on top of recent
growing and fresh snowpack could drop to minus 20 or lower. A light
wind will allow for wind chill values to plummet to as low as 40
degrees below zero on the Tug Hill with values minus 25 to minus 35
near Watertown and through the Black River Valley. An extreme cold
watch has been issued for the North Country.

Highs Saturday will only recover to the single digits above zero for
WNY, and may linger below zero Saturday east of Lake Ontario. These
values may push record territory for record low maximum temperatures
for the date, with records listed in the climate section below.
Increasing clouds Saturday and Saturday night may keep apparent
temperatures just above advisory levels.

Key Message 5...Widespread snow becoming more likely Sunday - Sunday
night

Ahead of phasing northern and southern stream jets, broad scale
isentropic lift along with the right entrance region of a 300 hPa
180 knot jet, will send a plume of snow northward...this also on the
northwest side of a developing nor'easter. Pacific moisture,
combined with Gulf moisture will make for a moisture rich atmosphere
to allow for a prolonged period of light snow across our region to
close out the weekend.

NBM probabilities for greater than 4 inch snowfall amounts Sun-Sun
night have increased from around 15% to now over 60% for areas south
of Lake Ontario in the past 24 hours, while east of Lake Ontario
still has a 50 percent probability for 4 inches of snow or more over
a 24- hour period. If these trends continue, possible warning
criteria snow is possible especially for areas south and east,
closer to the main surface low to the east.

Snow will end late Sunday night as deformation band of heavier
precipitation develops and exits eastward...along with the synoptic
lift with the 180 knot jet ending. A sharp northern branch shortwave
trough will pass overhead Monday. Cold air advection will maintain a
bitterly cold airmass into next week with lake effect snow falling
downwind of the Great Lakes...with highest chances east of Lake
Ontario where the waters remain open.

&&

.AVIATION /00Z THURSDAY THROUGH MONDAY/...
Despite a passing warm front with widespread snow showers, there
remains mainly VFR conditions across the region. An incoming cold
front is supporting a line of stronger snow showers, causing
conditions to deteriorate to MVFR.

Arctic front passes through the region tonight into Thursday, with
gusty winds and snow showers which will bring at time IFR
conditions to terminals.

Outlook...

Thursday...Lake effect snow east and northeast of the lakes with
IFR/LIFR conditions. MVFR/brief IFR outside of lake effect areas
within snow showers.

Friday and Saturday...MVFR with areas of IFR. Chance of snow
showers, especially east and southeast of the lakes in lake effect
snow showers.

Sunday...VFR/MVFR to IFR/LIFR with snow possible.

Monday...MVFR with snows showers.

&&

.MARINE...
Southwest to south winds of 20-30 knots behind a warm front today
and tonight, with winds shifting more westerly by Thursday behind a
cold front. Westerly winds will strengthen Thursday and Friday as
another round of arctic air spreads across the region. Gale force
winds are possible on Lake Ontario during this time period,
with a Gale watch issued. Winds should be slightly lower on
Lake Erie, but still near 30 knots at times. Winds should lower
some this weekend as the pressure gradient relaxes.

&&

.CLIMATE...
Buffalo
                      Record low minimum temperature          Record low high temperature

January 23                         -11 (1976)                         5(1976)
January 24                         -11 (1976)                         1(1963)
January 25                         -14 (1884)                         5(1884)

Rochester
                      Record low minimum temperature          Record low high temperature

January 23                         -14 (1976)                         5(1976)
January 24                         -10 (1963)                         2(1963)
January 25                         -6  (1945)                         7(1884)

Watertown
                      Record low minimum temperature          Record low high temperature

January 23                         -31 (1976)                        -1(1976)
January 24                         -30 (2014)                         0(2004)
January 25                         -18 (2007)                         3(1992)

&&

.BUF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NY...Winter Weather Advisory until 7 AM EST Thursday for NYZ001-002-
     019>021.
     Winter Storm Warning until 7 PM EST Friday for NYZ006>008.
     Extreme Cold Watch from Friday evening through Saturday
     afternoon for NYZ007-008.
     Winter Weather Advisory until 1 PM EST Friday for NYZ010>012-
     085.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 7 PM EST Friday for LEZ020.
         Small Craft Advisory until 4 AM EST Saturday for LEZ040-
         041.
         Small Craft Advisory until 1 AM EST Thursday for
         LOZ042>045.
         Gale Warning from 1 AM Thursday to 7 PM EST Friday for
         LOZ042>045-062>065.

&&

DISCUSSION...AR/EAJ/Thomas
AVIATION...EAJ
MARINE...AR
CLIMATE...HSK
Hazardous weather outlook, Jan 21, 1:56 PM EST, 11 hours 24 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

NYZ001-002-010>012-019>021-085-221900-
Niagara-Orleans-Northern Erie-Genesee-Wyoming-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Allegany-Southern Erie-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western New York.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Weather Advisory.

Arctic air returns Friday and remains through the weekend with
dangerously cold wind chills.

Confidence is increasing for a winter storm to impact our region
Sunday and Sunday night with moderate to heavy snowfall.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ003>005-013-014-221900-
Monroe-Wayne-Northern Cayuga-Livingston-Ontario-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western and north
central New York.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Arctic air returns Friday and remains through the weekend with
dangerously cold wind chills.

Confidence is increasing for a winter storm to impact our region
Sunday and Sunday night with moderate to heavy snowfall.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ007-008-221900-
Jefferson-Lewis-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON NORTH COUNTRY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central New York.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.
   Extreme Cold Watch.

Dangerously low wind chill values remain Saturday night into Sunday.

Confidence is increasing for a winter storm to impact our region
Sunday and Sunday night with moderate to heavy snowfall.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

NYZ006-221900-
Oswego-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central New York.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.

Arctic air returns Friday and remains through the weekend with
dangerously cold wind chills.

Confidence is increasing for a winter storm to impact our region
Sunday and Sunday night with moderate to heavy snowfall.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LEZ040-041-221900-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Ripley to Dunkirk-
Lake Erie nearshore waters from Dunkirk to Buffalo-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Erie.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LOZ042>045-062>065-221900-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario nearshore waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence
River-
Lake Ontario open waters from the Niagara River to Hamlin Beach-
Lake Ontario open waters from Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Sodus Bay to Mexico Bay-
Lake Ontario open waters from Mexico Bay to the Saint Lawrence River-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM THURSDAY TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Ontario.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

LEZ020-LOZ030-221900-
Upper Niagara River and Buffalo Harbor-Lower Niagara River-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Erie and Lake
Ontario.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

SLZ022-024-221900-
Saint Lawrence River from Cape Vincent to Ogdensburg-
Saint Lawrence River from Ogdensburg to Saint Regis-
156 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the New York waters of the
Saint Lawrence River.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

This product, along with other watches, warnings, advisories, and
statements issued by the National Weather Service office in Buffalo
can be found on the internet at http://www.weather.gov/buf

In the hours before

Local storm report, Jan 21, 7:20 PM EST, 6 hours before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
720 PM EST Wed Jan 21 2026

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0719 PM     Snow             2 E Stafford            42.98N 78.03W
01/21/2026  M1.0 Inch        Genesee            NY   Trained Spotter

            Fell today.

&&

The office that day

Everything else NWS Buffalo, NY issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 21, 8:54 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFCattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans66 min
Jan 21, 9:50 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFCattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara and 2 more55 min
Jan 21, 10:42 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Livingston and 4 more63 min
Jan 22, 1:58 AM ESTWinter Storm WatchBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 10 more35 hr
Jan 22, 9:30 AM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Livingston, Monroe and 3 more60 min
Jan 22, 12:17 PM ESTCold Weather AdvisoryBUFAllegany, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee and 8 more46 hr
Jan 22, 12:17 PM ESTExtreme Cold WarningBUFJefferson, Lewis49 hr
Jan 22, 1:47 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFGenesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Wayne43 min
Jan 22, 3:34 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFErie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans56 min
Jan 22, 4:30 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFErie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans60 min
Jan 22, 5:26 PM ESTSnow Squall WarningBUFErie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Orleans, Wayne64 min

Nearby

Lake Effect Snow Warnings in New York, 2026Every lake effect snow warning in 2026

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.