"Upstate NY Braces for Weekend Winter Storm with Snow Accumulations and Wintry Mix"

Upstate New York is expected to experience a brief return of winter weather with rain, wind, and the possibility of lake effect snow and snow squalls over the weekend, followed by a rapid warm-up with temperatures reaching near 60 degrees by midweek. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for Central New York, warning of potential snowfall and wind gusts. The region may see 5 to 10 inches of snow, along with gusts up to 45 mph, before transitioning to partly sunny skies and milder temperatures.