BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – A damp start to the workweek will give way to brighter skies and crisp fall air across the Southern Tier by Tuesday afternoon, offering a fresh break after a soggy Columbus Day holiday. Light rain showers will continue to impact morning commuters along I-81 and I-88, creating slippery patches and low visibility at times.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, a slow-moving front will keep clouds and scattered rain over the region through Monday night, with the best chance of measurable rainfall between noon and early evening Monday. Drivers and parents should plan for wet pavement as schools reopen after the long holiday weekend. Showers are expected to taper off by early Tuesday as winds turn northerly, ushering in drier and slightly cooler air.
By midweek, high pressure will build over central New York, bringing mostly sunny skies and comfortable fall afternoons with highs in the 50s. Morning temperatures will dip into the upper 30s by Thursday, signaling the region’s first taste of colder October air. Residents are encouraged to prepare for chillier mornings—cover outdoor plants, check heating systems, and keep jackets handy for early school drop-offs.
The clear, crisp weather will make for ideal pumpkin patch visits and scenic leaf drives later in the week, as foliage nears peak color across Broome and Tioga Counties.
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, NY:
Sun: 67/48 – Mostly sunny; slight chance of late showers.
Mon: 57/49 – Showers likely; wet roads for afternoon commute.
Tue: 65/45 – Mostly cloudy early, then clearing and cooler.
Wed: 56/37 – Partly sunny; crisp fall air.
Thu: 55/32 – Mostly sunny and cool; frost possible early north of I-88.
