Binghamton, New York – Crisp air cuts across the Southern Tier this New Year’s Day as light flakes drift through a gray sky, leaving pavement damp and cold. Wind pushes across open roads, and visibility can drop quickly when snow showers intensify, especially during the morning and midday travel window.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, scattered snow squalls remain possible today, capable of producing brief bursts of heavy snow and gusty winds near 30 to 35 mph. These squalls can reduce visibility to near whiteout levels in minutes and create slick conditions on untreated roads across Broome, Tioga, Chenango, and Cortland counties.
Temperatures stay locked in the teens today, with wind chills near zero at times. Snow showers taper at intervals, but lingering moisture combined with falling temperatures raises concern for flash freezing by evening. Drivers along Route 17, I-81, and secondary roads should plan for sudden slick spots, especially on bridges and shaded stretches.
Friday brings little relief. Cold air remains entrenched, with highs only reaching the mid-20s. Additional lake-effect snow showers may redevelop at times, keeping visibility changeable and roads slushy. To be fair, snowfall amounts look light, but even minor accumulation can create outsized impacts when temperatures stay this low.
Looking toward the first weekend of 2026, conditions trend slightly calmer but stay wintry. Saturday offers partial sunshine before another chance of snow showers Saturday night. Sunday remains cold, with clouds lingering and another round of light snow possible by Monday. Plan extra time for weekend travel, keep devices charged, and dress for biting cold.
Five Day Outlook for Binghamton, NY
• New Year’s Day: Slight chance of snow showers, high near 19
• Friday: Slight chance of snow showers, high near 25
• Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 27
• Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 28
• Monday: Chance of snow showers, high near 26
