Binghamton, NY – Thunderstorms rolling into central New York and northeast Pennsylvania tonight could bring locally heavy rain, raising the risk of flash flooding on roads and in low-lying areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, storms will intensify after midnight, with the heaviest rainfall likely from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m. Saturday. Counties including Broome, Tioga, Chenango, Susquehanna, Lackawanna, and Luzerne should prepare for sudden ponding and possible road closures. The threat lingers through Sunday morning, when additional heavy showers could hit the region.
Emergency officials urge residents to avoid driving through flooded roadways, check local alerts, and move valuables to higher ground if living in flood-prone areas. Patchy fog is also expected early Saturday, further reducing visibility for drivers.
As rain tapers off, a surge of hot, humid air moves in Monday. Highs in Binghamton and surrounding areas are expected to reach the low-90s, with heat index values making it feel even hotter. Residents should limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours and stay hydrated. This pattern is reminiscent of the July 2022 heatwave, but follows a notably wetter summer.
The risk of flooding will persist into Sunday morning, with another round of showers possible Sunday night. NWS may issue more advisories as conditions develop.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Binghamton, NY
- Saturday: Patchy morning fog, partly sunny, high 88°F. Thunderstorms likely at night, chance of heavy rain.
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms possible, especially before 11 a.m. High 84°F.
- Monday: Hot and humid, mostly sunny, high 92°F. Heat index mid-90s.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and hot, high 93°F. Lows in the upper 60s.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 90°F. Small chance of afternoon showers.
Stay tuned for updated alerts as storms develop and the heat builds through Tuesday.
