Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Oswego County

Up to 9 inches of lake effect snow expected, with gusty winds causing blowing snow and potential power outages

Mar. 15, 2026 at 7:04pm

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The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Oswego County, New York, warning of lake effect snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches and gusty winds up to 45 mph from Monday evening through Wednesday morning. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Tuesday morning and evening commutes, with travel difficulties and the potential for downed tree branches and isolated power outages.

Why it matters

Lake effect snow can create treacherous driving conditions and power disruptions in the affected areas. Oswego County is particularly vulnerable to these types of winter weather events due to its proximity to Lake Ontario, which can produce intense, localized snowfall.

The details

The Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 8 PM on Monday, March 15 to 8 AM EDT on Wednesday, March 18. The National Weather Service is forecasting total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches in the areas with the most persistent lake effect snow. Winds are expected to gust as high as 45 mph, leading to areas of blowing snow that will further reduce visibility and make travel hazardous.

  • The Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 8 PM on Monday, March 15 to 8 AM EDT on Wednesday, March 18.
  • The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.

The players

NWS Buffalo NY

The National Weather Service office in Buffalo, New York, which issued the Winter Weather Advisory for Oswego County.

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What’s next

Residents of Oswego County are advised to monitor the weather conditions closely and be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and potential power outages. The National Weather Service encourages the public to submit snow reports through their website or social media.

The takeaway

This Winter Weather Advisory highlights the importance of being prepared for lake effect snow events in Oswego County, which can create hazardous travel conditions and disrupt power. Residents should heed the warnings and take necessary precautions to stay safe during the expected winter weather.