Binghamton, NY – Binghamton residents are experiencing dense fog this Friday morning, reducing visibility across the area and impacting local travel. A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m., and drivers are advised to use caution when commuting, as visibility has dropped to 1/4 mile or less in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service, the fog should lift by mid-morning, allowing for safer travel conditions later in the day. Drivers are urged to avoid using high beams, reduce speed, and keep extra distance between vehicles. The fog is affecting several counties, including Ithaca, Syracuse, and Utica, with significant delays likely on local roads and highways.
Looking ahead, Binghamton is set to experience a mild weekend with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures will reach a high of 71 degrees today, cooling off slightly to the mid-60s by Saturday and Sunday. Rain chances increase early next week, with showers expected by Tuesday, along with cooler temperatures in the low 60s.
Commuters are encouraged to check local weather updates and allow extra time for travel this morning before the fog clears.
