BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Gray skies and damp air greet the Southern Tier this morning as scattered showers ripple through the valleys along I-81. It’s a moody start to early November, with light drizzle and a chilly southwest breeze setting the stage for a busier, wetter stretch by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, a series of low-pressure systems will bring increasing clouds Tuesday and a higher chance of steady rain by Wednesday afternoon. Winds will gust up to 25 mph ahead of the front, and by Wednesday night, heavier downpours could push through parts of Broome, Tioga, and Chenango counties. Travelers heading toward Elmira, Cortland, or Scranton should expect slick roads and reduced visibility during the evening commute.
By Thursday, the rain shifts east, leaving behind cooler, breezy air and highs near the upper 40s. Friday may stay mild briefly, but colder air arrives over the weekend as the region transitions toward an early winter setup. Models already hint at a possible rain-to-snow changeover by Sunday morning — the first sign of flakes for the Southern Tier this season.
Residents should secure outdoor items, check gutters, and keep travel plans flexible heading into Veterans Day weekend. While no major accumulation is expected yet, this week marks the shift from golden fall afternoons to the unpredictable chill of November weather across upstate New York.
Five-Day Outlook for Binghamton, NY:
Mon: 60/39 – Spotty showers; breezy.
Tue: 55/37 – Mostly sunny; clouds late.
Wed: 58/38 – Rain develops; gusts near 25 mph.
Thu: 48/31 – Clearing; breezy and cool.
Fri: 56/38 – Showers late; turning colder.
