Weather for Rochester, New York
Current Weather
Five Day Weather Forecast
Fri
H: 17°F
L: 2°F
Sat
H: 14°F
L: -2°F
Sun
H: 15°F
L: 9°F
Mon
H: 19°F
L: 12°F
Tue
H: 17°F
L: 9°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.55 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 57 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:22 AM
Sunset: 5:11 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 37 mins
Moon Transit: 9:54 AM
Moonset: 10:42 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 24.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:24 AM - 11:54 AM9:24 AM - 11:54 AM
Minor Periods
10:12 PM - 11:42 PM9:22 AM - 10:52 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 1:08PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:08 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM
* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, and Ontario Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 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 Monday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week.
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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 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 Monday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to develop behind the widespread snowfall Monday night. It could linger into mid-week.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 10 to 15 inches. * WHERE...Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, 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.
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.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 1:08PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:08 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM
* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* 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.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 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. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.
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.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 7:08PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:08 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 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. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.
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.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 1:08PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:08 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM
* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 to 25 below zero expected. * WHERE...Southern Erie and Wyoming counties and the western Southern Tier. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:57PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 AM
* 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.
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.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:59PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:59 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 25 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 to 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. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:12PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:12 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 5:15 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 18 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact travel on Sunday along with the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At this time, the heaviest snowfall is forecast to be from south-central NY and areas southward into Northeast PA and Catskills. However, further adjustments to the storm track are possible in the coming days. Snowfall could be very heavy at times Sunday through Sunday night with hourly rates exceeding 2 inches per hour.
If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.96 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.99 μg/m3
Ozone: 71.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:22 AM
Sunset: 5:11 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 37 mins
Moon Transit: 9:54 AM
Moonset: 10:42 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 24.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:24 AM - 11:54 AM9:24 AM - 11:54 AM
Minor Periods
10:12 PM - 11:42 PM9:22 AM - 10:52 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.49 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.29 μg/m3
Ozone: 58.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:22 AM
Sunset: 5:12 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 39 mins
Moon Transit: 4:56 PM
Moonset: 11:55 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 34.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:45 AM - 8:15 AM4:26 PM - 6:56 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:42 AM - 11:12 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.91 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.3 μg/m3
Ozone: 58.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:22 AM
Sunset: 5:14 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 41 mins
Moon Transit: 5:45 PM
Moonset: 12:55 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 45.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:32 AM - 9:02 AM5:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Minor Periods
10:05 AM - 11:35 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.66 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.82 μg/m3
Ozone: 68.08 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:23 AM
Sunset: 5:15 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 6:39 PM
Moonset: 1:11 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 57.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:24 AM - 9:54 AM6:09 PM - 8:39 PM
Minor Periods
10:33 AM - 12:03 AM12:41 AM - 2:11 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.78 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.91 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.62 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:23 AM
Sunset: 5:16 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 46 mins
Moon Transit: 7:37 PM
Moonset: 2:30 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 68.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:20 AM - 10:50 AM7:07 PM - 9:37 PM
Minor Periods
11:08 AM - 12:38 AM2:00 AM - 3:30 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5