Weather Forecast for Albany US

* 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.

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 35 below possible with the coldest wind chills in the southwest Adirondacks and the spine of the southern Green Mountains. * 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 30 to 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.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. 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.

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches with up to 8 to 10 inches along the south facing slopes of the southwest Adirondacks. * WHERE...Hamilton, Northern Fulton, and Northern Herkimer Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest accumulations will be along the south facing slopes of the southwest Adirondacks with snowfall rates up to 0.5 to 1.5" per hour at times especially this afternoon into this evening.

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.

* 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.