Station Name: ALLEGHENY RIVER AT SALAMANCA NY
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,371 feet

Nearest Address:
48 Race St
Salamanca, NY 14779
Cattaraugus County

GPS Coordinates: 42.1561111, -78.7149167

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued December 29 at 12:51PM EST until January 2 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 feet. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph Monday decreasing to around 45 mph Tuesday creating blowing and drifting snow and whiteout conditions. * WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions with snow and blowing snow are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening through Tuesday. Travel will remain very difficult with hazardous conditions from lake effect snow continuing to impact travel through the week. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected oscillate several times downwind of Lake Erie this week. Forecast snowfall amounts could be much higher where lake bands persist during this long duration event.

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. Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 6:36PM EST until December 30 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 6:36 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 6:45 AM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Cattaraugus County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. 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.

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued December 29 at 4:10AM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 4:10 AM
Expires: Mon December 29, 2025, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches possible, with accumulations upwards of 7 to 9 inches across across the northern half of the area. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...McKean and Warren Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be found at 511pa.com

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 4:04AM EST until December 30 at 12:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 4:04 AM
Expires: Mon December 29, 2025, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will also be accompanied by lake effect snow showers, which will reduce visibility and make roads slick.

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

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 8:55AM EST until December 30 at 12:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 8:55 AM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 7:30 AM

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Northern Clinton, Potter, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will also be accompanied by lake effect snow showers, which will reduce visibility and make roads slick.

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

Lake Effect Snow Warning issued December 29 at 1:37PM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 1:37 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches possible, with accumulations upwards of 7 to 9 inches across across the northern half of the area. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...McKean and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another round of light snow is expected Tuesday night. More significant snowfall is expected Wednesday afternoon into early Thursday morning. Additional snowfall amounts could exceed 6" in northwest Warren and McKean counties.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be found at 511pa.com.

High Wind Warning issued December 29 at 12:56PM EST until December 30 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 12:56 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. The strongest wind gusts will be along the Lake Erie shoreline and near Downtown Buffalo. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be extremely difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts in excess of 75 mph have already been observed early this afternoon. Winds will remain strong before gradually decreasing to 60 to 65 mph late this afternoon.

Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

Lakeshore Flood Warning issued December 29 at 10:57AM EST until December 29 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 10:57 AM
Expires: Mon December 29, 2025, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Significant lakeshore flooding expected. * WHERE...Niagara, Erie, and Chautauqua counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...The rapid rise in water levels will result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie and Upper Niagara River shores. Along the Lake Erie shore, flooding is likely along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone locations. Along the Upper Niagara River, flooding is likely to affect Grand Island and Cayuga Island. Very high wave action will also result in significant shoreline erosion.

A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring, is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away. Expect significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 6:36PM EST until December 30 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 6:36 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 6:45 AM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Jefferson, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. 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.

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 12:56PM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 12:56 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. 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 29 at 12:51PM EST until December 31 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations 5 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Allegany County. The highest amounts across north and west portions of the county. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Forecast snowfall amounts could be higher where lake bands persist during this long duration event.

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.

Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 6:36PM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 6:36 PM
Expires: Tue December 30, 2025, 6:45 AM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. 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 29 at 12:51PM EST until December 29 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

Effective: Mon December 29, 2025, 12:51 PM
Expires: Mon December 29, 2025, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph. * WHERE...Northern Erie and Genesee Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Periods of whiteout conditions Monday afternoon and evening with strong winds and blowing snow significantly reduce visibility and making travel difficult through the evening commute.

Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions.