Binghamton, New York – A brief break from the relentless lake effect pattern arrives early Sunday as the departing clipper system exits the region, though light lake effect snow showers are expected to redevelop later today with minor impacts across parts of central New York.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, northwest winds behind the exiting system will allow lake effect snow showers to re-form through the morning and afternoon hours. The primary focus will be the Finger Lakes region and areas north and west of the Southern Tier, while much of northeast Pennsylvania sees little to no impact.
Snow amounts are expected to remain light, with most locations picking up only a few tenths of an inch through the day. Any snow that does fall will be intermittent and generally light, though brief reductions in visibility are possible under passing snow showers, especially north of Binghamton.
High temperatures remain cold, topping out in the mid to upper 20s across much of central New York, with lower 30s possible in the valleys. Roads may turn slick at times, particularly on untreated secondary roads during heavier bursts.
The lake effect activity is expected to weaken later this afternoon and evening as winds gradually shift and moisture decreases. While significant accumulation is not anticipated, drivers should remain alert for isolated slick spots and changing visibility through the day. Quieter weather is expected to follow as the lake effect influence diminishes into tonight.
