Station Name: MOHAWK RIVER AT AMSTERDAM NY
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 253 feet

Nearest Address:
1 Front St
Amsterdam, NY 12010
Montgomery County

GPS Coordinates: 42.934, -74.1918611

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Watch issued January 22 at 12:38PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:38 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulation greater than 7 inches possible. * WHERE...Northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, all of east central and eastern New York except for northern Fulton, Hamilton and northern Fulton Counties, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions will be possible due to snow covered roadways and reduced visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An impactful long-duration winter storm is expected Sunday into Monday. Snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour at times, especially on Sunday night.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 12:34PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:34 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwestern Connecticut and eastern New York. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 12:38AM EST until January 22 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:38 AM
Expires: Thu January 22, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Northern Fulton County. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 22 at 12:27AM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:27 AM
Expires: Thu January 22, 2026, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 35 below zero possible. * WHERE...In New York, Northern Warren, Hamilton, Northern Fulton, and Northern Herkimer Counties. In Vermont, Bennington and Western Windham Counties. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest wind chills are expected in the Adirondack Mountains in New York, and in the southern Green Mountains in Vermont.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 22 at 12:34PM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:34 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Berkshire County. In New York, Eastern Rensselaer, Northern Warren, Hamilton, Northern Fulton, Northern Herkimer, and Southern Herkimer Counties. In Vermont, Bennington and Western Windham Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Using non-approved heating devices in your home can lead to fires and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 22 at 12:38PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:38 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulation greater than 7 inches possible. * WHERE...Northern Fulton County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions will be possible due to snow covered roadways and reduced visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An impactful long-duration winter storm is expected Sunday into Monday. Snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour at times, especially on Sunday night.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 22 at 12:34PM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:34 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 23 below expected. * WHERE...In New York, Southern Fulton County. In Vermont, Eastern Windham County. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Using non-approved heating devices in your home can lead to fires and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 22 at 12:27AM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 12:27 AM
Expires: Thu January 22, 2026, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below zero possible. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Berkshire County. In New York, Eastern Rensselaer and Southern Herkimer Counties. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.