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This weekend in the Adirondacks

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Outdoor recreation conditions report for the Adirondacks, posted Fridays, just in time for your weekend plans.

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Jul 10, 2026

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This weekend in the Adirondacks: Closures, crowds, and beware of beavers 10.07.2026

(Jul 10, 2026) Cooler, drier weather is moving in. Expect muddy trails, warm waters, and busy trailheads, campsites, launches, and parking areas. Also, a beaver warning.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: A stormy then pleasant end of June 26.06.2026

(Jun 26, 2026) Rain and thunderstorms through Saturday, though the forecast for Sunday is looking more pleasant.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Solstice arrives with low temps, high water 19.06.2026

(Jun 19, 2026) Expect unsettled weather through the weekend, bringing rising waters and some of the coolest temperatures we’ve seen in a while.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Wait out the rises 12.06.2026

(Jun 12, 2026) It’s going to be quite warm through the weekend. Be sure to drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Follow the forecast closely 05.06.2026

(Jun 5, 2026) Cooler and unsettled weather is expected, with some rain showers and thunderstorms likely.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Full moon, frozen summits 29.05.2026

(May 29, 2026) The moon will be the farthest from the Earth for the year, the weather should be good, with chilly temps, and maybe a shower or two.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: A nice start to a busy weekend 22.05.2026

(May 22, 2026) A nice start for the weekend before the chance of some light rain. Mud season and crowds make this a good weekend to stick to less popular areas.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Stick to lower elevations 15.05.2026

(May 15, 2026) There is a warmer and drier weekend in store, though summits are likely to be socked-in early Sunday.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: A mixed bag of springtime conditions 08.05.2026

(May 8, 2026) Tonight temperatures are expected to be near freezing in the mountains, with a chance of rain through the weekend, and possibly light snow on summits tomorrow.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Some roads opening, cooler than normal 01.05.2026

(May 1, 2026) Temperatures are expected to be cooler than normal through the weekend, with maybe some light rain and a little snow up high, and possibly frost Saturday night.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Skiing is over, dry weather ahead 24.04.2026

(Apr 24, 2026) Skiing is finally over for the season. And we’re looking at mostly dry and breezy weather through the weekend.

This weekend in the Adirondacks: Temps will take a dive 17.04.2026

(Apr 17, 2026) Sunday temperatures will drop into the 20s on summits, with windchills in the single digits and up to four inches of new snow possible.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Winter conditions prevail in High Peaks 10.04.2026

(Apr 10, 2026) Mud season is a good time to avoid hiking at higher elevations. Fire Danger is elevated to MODERATE. Waters remain high. Pond skimming at ski areas.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Shifting towards spring 03.04.2026

(Apr 3, 2026) Waters running high. Five minutes shy of 13 hours of daylight. Not too late to raft the Hudson in the morning and ski at Gore in the afternoon.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Winter in the mountains 27.03.2026

(Mar 27, 2026) Mud season below 1000 feet. Windchills near 20 below on high peaks. Waters running generally high. Skiing only generally recommended at groomed facilities.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Vernal Equinox 20.03.2026

(Mar 20, 2026) Fresh wet snow in the forecast. High Peaks summit temps in the teens. World Cup Cross Country competition at Van Hoevenberg this weekend.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Keep an eye on the weather 13.03.2026

(Mar 13, 2026) Chance for snow through weekend, especially at higher elevations. Drainages have been seriously affected by recent thaw. Several bridges damaged in High Peaks.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Meteorological spring, astronomical winter 06.03.2026

(Mar 6, 2026) Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday at 2am. Snow at highest elevations remains very deep, 6-8 feet or more.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Warm up and freeze 27.02.2026

(Feb 27, 2026) Windchills on summits in single digits below zero on Saturday. 1-2 feet of snow across the Adirondacks at lower elevations. Expect busy snowmobile trails.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: More seasonable weather ahead 20.02.2026

(Feb 20, 2026) Gaining 3 minutes of daylight per day. 1-2 feet of snow across most lower elevations in the ADKs.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Presidents Day Weekend 13.02.2026

(Feb 13, 2026) Deep freeze has ended for much of the ADKs. Ski conditions very good everywhere. Keep an eye on the weather for Monday.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Extreme cold expected 06.02.2026

(Feb 6, 2026) Dangerously cold windchills of 20 to 40 below expected. Gaining more than 2.5 minutes of sunlight each day. 1-2 ft of snow at lower elevations around ADKs.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Bundle up, it will be cold! 30.01.2026

(Jan 30, 2026) Snowshoes and skis needed wherever you go. Over four feet of snow at Lake Colden. Nearly all snowmobile trails open in the Adirondacks.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Extreme cold warnings in effect 23.01.2026

(Jan 23, 2026) Now gaining more than 2 minutes of sunlight each day. Summits should be avoided. Dangerously cold wind chills. 8-12 inches of snow at lower elevations.

This Weekend in the Adirondacks: Holiday weekend 16.01.2026

(Jan 16, 2026) Backcountry skiing took a big hit with rain and warm weather. Temps will be very cold, especially with windchill. Chance for snow showers through the weekend.

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