Binghamton, New York – Thunderstorms packing heavy rain and gusty winds are set to barrel into Binghamton Monday afternoon, bringing a sharp summer weather alert for the entire Southern Tier. Motorists and residents along Route 17 and I-81 should brace for torrential downpours and the risk of flash flooding from 2 p.m. onward.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, scattered storms will fire up across Broome, Tioga, Chemung, and surrounding counties Monday, with some capable of producing dangerous cloudbursts and isolated flooding in low-lying areas. Localized rainfall amounts may reach over half an inch, especially during slow-moving or training thunderstorms. Power outages and rapid street flooding are possible, particularly in neighborhoods with poor drainage.
Officials urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel when storms strike, never drive through flooded roads, and secure outdoor items that could become windborne. Charge cell phones and check flashlights ahead of time in case of outages. If you live near streams or creeks, stay alert for rising water.
Monday’s high will climb to 85°F [MONDAY] before the storms develop. By Monday night, clouds linger as rain tapers off, with lows around 66°F. Tuesday turns partly cloudy and hot, with highs soaring to 91°F [TUESDAY], and just a slight chance of late-day storms.
The unsettled pattern returns Wednesday with more scattered thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. [WEDNESDAY], high near 91°F. Thursday brings cooler air, a 60% chance of showers, and highs near 89°F [THURSDAY]. Expect partly sunny skies Friday, with a lingering storm risk and highs in the upper 80s [FRIDAY].
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, NY:
- Monday: Chance of storms after 2 p.m., high 85°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of storms, high 91°F.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms after 2 p.m., high 91°F.
- Thursday: Showers likely, high 89°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, chance of storms, high 87°F.
Showers and thunderstorms may continue into Saturday. Stay tuned for more summer weather alerts as conditions evolve.
