Buffalo Week-Ahead Home Guide, Oct 10 to Oct 16: Rain Likely on 3 of 7 Days

The National Weather Service forecast for Buffalo, NY covers Oct 10 to Oct 16, 2026. Highs range from 62°F to 70°F, with the coldest night near 43°F, and 3 of 7 days carry a 50 percent or higher chance of rain or snow.

The Week at a Glance

• Saturday, Oct 10: Mostly Cloudy, low 56°F, 1 percent chance of precipitation.
• Sunday, Oct 11: Rain, high 65°F, low 55°F, 81 percent chance of precipitation.
• Monday, Oct 12: Mostly Cloudy, high 68°F, low 59°F, 27 percent chance of precipitation.
• Tuesday, Oct 13: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, high 70°F, low 55°F, 69 percent chance of precipitation.
• Wednesday, Oct 14: Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers, high 63°F, low 47°F, 18 percent chance of precipitation.
• Thursday, Oct 15: Slight Chance Rain Showers, high 62°F, low 47°F, 40 percent chance of precipitation.
• Friday, Oct 16: Chance Rain Showers, high 62°F, low 43°F, 51 percent chance of precipitation.

What to Do Around the House This Week

1. Work around the wet days: the chance of rain or snow reaches 50 percent or more on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday. Set a boot tray and a second doormat at the entry and make sure basement window wells are clear, and save line-drying and yard work for Saturday, Monday and Wednesday.

October Household Checklist

• Drain and store garden hoses, and shut off outdoor water lines before the first hard freeze.
• Test the heating system on a mild day so any repair is not an emergency call.
• Reverse ceiling fans to spin clockwise on low to push warm air down.

In Season at the Market

Produce that is typically in season across much of the country in October includes apples, pumpkins, pears, cranberries and brussels sprouts. Buying what is in season usually means better flavor and lower prices, so plan a few of this week's meals around it.

Forecasts change, so check the latest National Weather Service update for Buffalo before scheduling outdoor work.