New York wakes to steady flakes and a biting 22-degree chill, and snow is already dusting sidewalks across Binghamton. Visibility dips at times, and untreated roads look pale and slick as traffic builds after 9 a.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, a clipper system is pushing through central New York and northeast Pennsylvania this morning. Snow remains likely through late morning, with total accumulation generally between a half inch and 2 inches. Some higher totals are possible on grassy and elevated surfaces. Winds gust near 20 mph, adding a light drift to open stretches.
Expect slushy travel on I-81, Route 17, and local hills through midday. Crews are treating main roads, but secondary streets may stay snow-covered into early afternoon. Plan extra time and increase following distance. Temperatures rise toward 41 degrees later today, allowing some melting. That meltwater could refreeze after sunset as readings fall back into the 20s. Flash freezing is common this time of year and can spike collision reports quickly.
Skies gradually clear tonight, and Thursday turns mostly sunny with a high near 33. Friday brings brighter skies and a rebound to the mid-40s. Saturday pushes closer to 48 with a milder feel.
Snow chances return late Saturday night into Sunday with lighter accumulations possible. Early next week trends colder again before signs of moderation build into early March. Longer-range signals favor above-normal temperatures heading toward next weekend, offering a taste of spring warmth.
Five Day Outlook for Binghamton, New York:
Today: Snow likely, high 41°.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 33°.
Friday: Sunny, high 44°.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 48°.
Sunday: Chance of snow, high 34°.
