Winter weather advisory issued for parts of Rochester region. How much snow is expected?

How much snow to expect in Rochester NY region

• Total accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with heavier amounts expected in the northern parts of the counties.

Timing for winter storm in Rochester NY region

• Snow will begin Sunday night and continue into Monday morning, impacting the morning commute.

Travel during winter storm in Rochester NY region

• Roads will be snow-covered, and visibility may be limited, making travel hazardous.
• Drivers should reduce speeds, leave extra space between vehicles, and allow additional travel time. Be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions.

Lake effect snow warnings in New York: How much snow to expect

• Buffalo Metro Area (Northern Erie County):
  • Snowfall: 1 to 2 feet in areas of persistent snowfall, especially South Buffalo and nearby southern suburbs.
  • Timing: 7 a.m. Saturday to 7 p.m. Sunday.
  • Impact: Travel may become extremely difficult due to heavy snow and poor visibility.
• Allegany County:
  • Snowfall: 6 to 10 inches, mainly in the northwest region.
  • Timing: 7 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Monday.
  • Impact: Hazardous travel conditions, especially during morning and evening commutes.
• Genesee County:
  • Snowfall: 6 to 12 inches in southwestern areas.
  • Timing: 7 a.m. Saturday to 7 p.m. Sunday.
  • Impact: Snow-covered roads and reduced visibility expected.
• Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Southern Erie Counties:
  • Snowfall: 3 to 4 feet in the heaviest bands, primarily in western Chautauqua and Southern Erie counties.
  • Timing: 7 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Monday.
  • Impact: Travel will likely be impossible in areas of intense snowfall.
• Eastern Lake Ontario Region (Oswego, Jefferson, Lewis Counties):
  • Snowfall: 4 to 5 feet near Watertown and the northern Tug Hill region.
  • Timing: 7 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Monday.
  • Impact: Dangerous travel conditions and significant disruptions.