Binghamton, NY – A fast-moving clipper system arriving Friday could bring accumulating snow to parts of central New York, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory in northern Oneida County.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, the system is expected to move into the region Friday and continue through early Saturday morning, bringing a mix of rain and snow along with gusty winds.
Forecasters say accumulating snow will mainly impact higher elevations, particularly in the Southern Tier and Tug Hill region, where colder temperatures and upslope conditions may enhance snowfall totals.
The Tug Hill area could see between 6 and 8 inches of snow, the highest totals expected from the system. Meanwhile, most locations across central New York — including the Syracuse, Cortland, and Binghamton areas — are forecast to receive around 1 to 2 inches or less.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for northern Oneida County from 11 a.m. Friday through 2 p.m. Saturday, citing the potential for steady snowfall and slippery travel conditions.
While snowfall amounts outside higher elevations may remain relatively light, forecasters note that periods of mixed precipitation and gusty winds could still create localized travel slowdowns, especially during periods of heavier snow.
Drivers traveling through elevated terrain or the Tug Hill plateau should monitor updated forecasts and be prepared for changing road conditions late Friday into Saturday morning.
For many students, commuters, and early weekend travelers, the timing could coincide with Friday evening travel, potentially leading to slower commutes in snow-prone areas.
Forecasters say conditions should gradually improve later Saturday as the system moves east of the region.
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