Rochester Forecast Calls for Rain, Strong Winds and Overnight Cooler Air

Rochester, NY, October 16, 2026 —

Rochester, New York, is forecast to see rain and strong winds, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph. Temperatures are expected to rise to the upper 60s initially before a cold air mass moves in overnight.

The forecast describes a shift from milder conditions during the day to cooler air overnight. It does not specify how much rain is expected, when the precipitation will begin or end, or how long the colder conditions may last.

Wind gusts of up to 40 mph are included in the forecast, but no additional details were provided about the timing or duration of the strongest winds. The forecast also does not identify a specific date, provide a weather service or forecaster as its source, or give further information about potential local impacts.

With those details unavailable, the outlook is limited to the stated conditions: rain, gusts up to 40 mph, initial temperatures in the upper 60s and colder air moving in overnight. No precipitation totals or other temperature figures were provided.

Story summarized from the original created by James Gilbert on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.

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