Station Name: GENESEE RIVER AT FORD STREET BRIDGE, ROCHESTER NY
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 522 feet / 159 meters

Nearest Address:
Genesee Rivertrail
Rochester, NY 14608
Monroe County

GPS Coordinates: 43.1417222, -77.6163056

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued December 19 at 1:10PM EST until December 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 1:10 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 19 at 1:12PM EST until December 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 1:12 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds will lead to reduced visibility in blowing snow and down tree branches causing isolated power outages.

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

Wind Advisory issued December 19 at 11:58AM EST until December 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 11:58 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Westerly winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Westerly winds will bring cold air into the area behind the departing cold front.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Special Weather Statement issued December 19 at 7:13PM EST by NWS Binghamton NY

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 7:13 PM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 9:15 PM

Much colder air has overspread Northeast Pennsylvania and Central New York. Lingering moisture is still present from the rounds of rain and snow showers today. Any surfaces still wet as temperatures fall into the 20's into this evening may turn slick from patchy ice. Exercise caution if traveling.