BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – A few lingering fall showers could dampen early weekend plans across the Southern Tier, but drier air and brighter skies are set to return just in time for Monday’s Columbus Day holiday. Saturday begins mostly sunny and mild, though clouds will thicken through the afternoon ahead of scattered rain later in the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, an 80% chance of showers develops Saturday evening as a weak cold front slides east. Drivers along I-81 and NY-17 should plan for brief wet pavement and reduced visibility during passing showers. Conditions improve Sunday with partial clearing, but isolated sprinkles may linger north of Binghamton through late day.
By Monday, high pressure builds, bringing a return to sunshine and comfortable fall air for parades, outdoor markets, and leaf-viewing trips through Chenango and Broome counties. Highs will reach the upper 50s to mid-60s, typical for early October. Cooler air filters back in Tuesday night, hinting at a midweek cold snap that could produce patchy frost in rural valleys by Thursday morning.
Residents are urged to keep rain gear handy through early Sunday, then prepare for crisp, dry weather by the holiday. It’s a fine stretch for final pumpkin patch visits or backyard decorating before cooler, late-October air moves in.
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, NY:
Sat: 68/50 – Mostly sunny early, increasing clouds; evening showers develop.
Sun: 67/48 – Spotty showers; partial clearing late, light northeast breeze.
Mon (Columbus Day): 58/46 – Bright, mild; ideal for outdoor plans.
Tue: 65/46 – Partly sunny and pleasant; fall air continues.
Wed: 61/38 – Partly sunny, cooler; possible early frost in outlying areas.
