First Alert Weather: Spring Kicks Off With Wet, Cool Weekend

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The first full day of spring in Rochester, New York brought foggy, wet weather with light drizzle and even some wet snow flakes. Colder temperatures and low-level clouds combined with increased moisture will lead to bouts of rain throughout the day on Saturday, with the rain potentially mixing with snow in the evening. Temperatures will be seasonally cool, with highs only reaching the low to mid 40s Fahrenheit.

Why it matters

The unsettled spring weather pattern is expected to continue through the weekend and into early next week, with potential impacts on outdoor activities and the morning and evening commutes.

The details

A trough of low pressure and steep temperature gradient will bring periods of rain to the Rochester and Finger Lakes region on Saturday, with the rain potentially mixing with snow in the evening hours. Total liquid precipitation is expected to be around a quarter inch, with minor snow accumulations of an inch or less. Monday will be much colder behind the system, with highs only reaching the low 30s Fahrenheit and a chance of snow showers.

• The first full day of spring on Friday, March 21, 2026 brought foggy, wet weather to the region.
• Rain showers are expected throughout the day on Saturday, March 22, 2026, with the rain potentially mixing with snow in the evening.
• On Monday, March 24, 2026, highs will only reach the low 30s Fahrenheit with a chance of snow showers.