Binghamton, NY – A wave of cold April rain will drench parts of New York and Pennsylvania today, with a mix of wet snow expected by nightfall in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, precipitation began moving west to east early Thursday morning. Rain is the dominant form, but some cities may briefly see a mix of snow during the onset of showers, especially in higher elevations.
Temperatures will remain well below seasonal averages, with most areas across central New York and northeastern Pennsylvania struggling to reach 40°F. Cold air tonight will drive temperatures close to freezing, increasing the potential for wet snow east of I-81, where light accumulations are possible.
Showers are expected to continue through Thursday evening, with hourly precipitation probabilities exceeding 70% in many locations such as Syracuse, Wilkes-Barre, and Scranton from mid-afternoon to midnight. Rome and Utica also face elevated chances for rain through the evening hours.
Drivers should prepare for slick roads late tonight and early Friday morning, particularly where snow briefly mixes in. Residents are advised to dress in layers and monitor local updates for potential travel delays. Conditions are expected to improve after midnight as precipitation clears the region.
