Station Name: ERIE(BARGE)CANAL(W OF GENESEE R)AT ROCHESTER NY
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 532 feet

Nearest Address:
295 Kingsboro Rd
Rochester, NY 14619
Monroe County

GPS Coordinates: 43.1256111, -77.6501111

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Watch issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* 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...

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

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Northern Erie, Genesee, Livingston, and Ontario Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:51AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:51 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM

* 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...From 1 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 25 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 Watch issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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

Winter Storm Watch issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:51AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:51 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Northern Erie, and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 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.

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 Watch issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 6:50PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:50 PM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 3:15 PM

* WHAT...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Southern Erie and Wyoming counties and the western Southern Tier. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:51AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:51 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM

* 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...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 25 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 Watch issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued January 23 at 12:49AM EST until January 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 5:49 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 6:15 PM

* 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.

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.