BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Low clouds stretch across the Susquehanna Valley this morning, dimming the sunrise behind a gray curtain as calm conditions set the stage for a major shift. The air feels still now, but a soaking rain system is already building to the southwest — one that will bring a wet, gusty stretch through the end of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, moderate to heavy rain will spread across central New York and northeast Pennsylvania by Thursday morning and persist into Friday. Rainfall totals between 1 and 2 inches are expected, with the heaviest bands developing along the I-81 and Route 17 corridors. While widespread flooding isn’t expected, minor urban or poor-drainage flooding is possible during the steadiest downpours.
Winds will strengthen late Thursday into Friday, shifting northwesterly with gusts up to 35 mph possible by evening. Temperatures will stay in the 50s through Friday before dipping into the 30s by Saturday morning. That cooler air may bring the first hints of early-season chill for Halloween weekend, but trick-or-treaters can expect dry skies Friday evening with crisp air and a light breeze — a welcome break after the rain.
Saturday and Sunday trend partly cloudy and seasonal, with highs near 51°F and a cool, fresh feel — ideal for fall clean-up or last-minute decorating.
After all, November’s colder pattern isn’t far behind. Clocks “fall back” early Sunday as Daylight Saving Time ends, and a chilly November lies ahead.
Five-Day Outlook for Binghamton, NY
Wed: 56/39 – Mostly sunny; cool morning.
Thu: 66/43 – Rain develops; breezy late.
Fri: 61/39 – Showers likely; cooler air builds.
Sat: 51/35 – Partly sunny; crisp and dry.
Sun: 51/36 – Mostly cloudy; clocks fall back early Sunday.
