Located in the northeastern part of the United States, Albany experiences all four seasons distinctly.  The city's winters tend to be long, cold and snowy, its springs sunny and cool.  Albany's summers can get quite hot, sometimes into the 90's, and tend to be on the humid side. 

Albany is most often visited by leisure travelers during the warmer months of spring, summer, and fall when the weather is pleasant and enjoying the city's outdoor and walking attractions is possible.  Though because Albany is New York's state capitol, visitors come to the city all year long on private and government business.  Albany is also the home of a few colleges, creating year 'round student travel.   

Visitors traveling to Albany during the winter months by air or by car would be advised to check weather reports before leaving home.  Large snow storms in the area have been known to make roadways hazardous and occasionally strand motorists.  Blizzards in the northeast have also been known to close airports, sometimes for days, leaving travelers stranded en route to their destinations. 

For an up to date weather forecast of Albany visit the University at Albany's weather page.