Binghamton, NY – A winter storm will bring snow, ice, and cold temperatures to Central New York and Northeast Pennsylvania starting Sunday, March 2. Travel along major routes, including I-81, could become hazardous due to accumulating snow and icy conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, a strong cold front moving through the region will produce snow squalls and rapidly falling temperatures Saturday night into Sunday. Snow accumulations of up to several inches are expected in higher elevations north of Binghamton, with lighter snowfall across the region. Drivers should prepare for low visibility and slick roads.
By Monday, a storm system tracking into the Great Lakes will bring additional precipitation, with a mix of rain and snow expected. Temperatures will struggle to rise above freezing early in the week, keeping roads icy, particularly in shaded areas.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Binghamton, NY:
- Sunday, March 2: Snow showers, high 29°F, low 17°F. Wind gusts up to 20 mph.
- Monday, March 3: Light snow and rain mix, high 36°F, low 22°F.
- Tuesday, March 4: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of snow, high 38°F.
- Wednesday, March 5: Partly sunny, high 41°F, low 27°F.
- Thursday, March 6: Cloudy with rain chances increasing, high 45°F.
Residents should monitor weather updates and use caution when traveling, especially on untreated roads.
