New York – Damp roads and a raw chill are gripping the Binghamton area this morning, with gray skies hanging low and a biting breeze cutting through layers. Visibility holds steady, but the combination of moisture and cold air is setting up slick patches on elevated roadways. If you’re heading out, take it slow on bridges and ramps along I-81 and Route 17.
According to the National Weather Service, cloud cover will gradually break by midday, with highs near 40°F and northwest winds gusting up to 20 mph. While conditions improve visually, the real concern builds after sunset as temperatures fall sharply toward 20°F under clearing skies.
That rapid cooldown could trigger flash freezing on untreated surfaces, especially where water lingers from earlier showers. Side streets in Broome County and shaded areas in Vestal and Johnson City may turn slick before sunrise Saturday. Plan ahead and allow extra stopping distance if driving early.
Saturday stays brisk but brighter, with partial sunshine and highs near 35°F. Winds remain noticeable, keeping it feeling colder. By Sunday, a clear warming trend takes hold, pushing temperatures toward 50°F with calmer conditions across the Southern Tier.
The next shift arrives Monday, when highs reach the mid-50s and clouds increase again. Rain chances return by evening, signaling a more active stretch into early next week.
Looking ahead, milder air continues building, with readings climbing into the 60s by Tuesday and even low 70s by midweek, a strong signal that spring is taking hold.
Traveling this weekend or early next week? Watch for icy spots early and share what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Forecast for Binghamton, New York
Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 35°F, breezy
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 50°F
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 56°F, rain possible by evening
Tuesday: Rain likely, high near 61°F
Wednesday: Rain likely, high near 72°F
