Binghamton, N.Y. – Bright sunshine and comfortable summer air are greeting much of central New York this Monday, but don’t let the quiet weather fool you. A much more active pattern is already taking shape, with meteorologists closely watching Tuesday afternoon and evening for thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind, hail, torrential rain and even an isolated tornado. If you have outdoor plans or travel scheduled Tuesday, now is the time to prepare.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, today remains sunny with a high near 81 degrees before clouds steadily increase tonight. A Hazardous Weather Outlook highlights the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and evening across central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. Forecasters say the strongest storms may produce damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, hail and localized flash flooding.
Travel conditions should remain excellent through the rest of Monday, but that window narrows Tuesday. Motorists on Interstate 81, Interstate 86, Route 17 and Route 11 should be prepared for rapidly changing conditions by afternoon. Heavy rain may reduce visibility, while ponding water could create slower commutes during the evening drive. Keep an eye on updated radar before heading out.
Tuesday’s temperatures reach around 80 degrees before widespread showers and thunderstorms become likely. Rainfall totals between one-quarter and one-half inch are expected, with locally higher amounts possible where stronger storms repeatedly track. While not everyone will experience severe weather, everyone should remain weather-aware. Have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if you’ll be outdoors.
Scattered showers may linger into Wednesday before cooler, drier air arrives. Highs settle near 77 degrees, followed by sunny skies Thursday and temperatures climbing back into the lower 80s by Friday. Looking farther ahead, early indicators suggest above-normal temperatures could return later next week, bringing another stretch of classic midsummer warmth.
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, New York
- Monday: Sunny with a high near 81°F.
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely during the afternoon. High 80°F. Low 64°F.
- Wednesday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, then partial clearing. High 77°F. Low 55°F.
- Thursday: Sunny. High 77°F. Low 54°F.
- Friday: Sunny and warmer. High 82°F.
