Binghamton, N.Y. – Drivers in the Southern Tier may face slick roads and patchy fog as rain returns Thursday morning, complicating travel on I-81. The unsettled stretch continues into Friday, creating concerns for commuters and early Labor Day travelers.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, showers are likely Thursday, mainly before 2 p.m., with rainfall amounts under a tenth of an inch. Fog could develop Thursday night and Friday night, reducing visibility for drivers, especially in low-lying areas along I-81 and Route 17.
Temperatures remain comfortable, reaching the mid-70s Thursday before cooling into the upper 60s Friday. South winds Thursday at 3 to 8 mph may shift northwest Friday, adding to breezy conditions during showers. Patchy fog Friday night into early Saturday may pose hazards for late-night travelers.
Saturday improves with mostly sunny skies and highs near 68, offering a pleasant start to the holiday weekend. However, cooler nights linger with lows in the 40s, making outdoor plans more comfortable than hot. By Sunday, sunshine returns with highs in the low 70s, ideal for picnics or outdoor events. Labor Day Monday brings partly cloudy skies, highs near 74, and no major rain threat.
Travelers should remain cautious during Thursday and Friday’s unsettled weather. Allow extra time on major highways, keep headlights on in fog, and avoid sudden lane changes on slick pavement.
Conditions turn more stable by Saturday, setting up a mostly dry and pleasant Labor Day Weekend across Broome County.
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, N.Y.:
- Thursday: Showers likely, high 76.
- Friday: Chance showers, high 69. Patchy fog at night.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 68.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 74.
- Monday (Labor Day): Partly cloudy, high 74.
