Binghamton, NY – New York steps into a biting December chill today as a gray sky presses low over Binghamton and light flakes drift across wet pavement. The air feels sharp, and even brief moments outside confirm winter’s firm arrival the week before Christmas.
According to the National Weather Service, wind chill values drop to 0° to –10° today, with colder pockets dipping near –15° in higher terrain from Cortland to Chenango counties. Anyone traveling early should prepare for stinging wind, limited visibility, and slick patches as lake-effect bands continue to pulse across central New York. Road crews may struggle to keep surfaces fully cleared, especially along I-81 and Route 17 where bursts of snow reduce traction.
Models now show the steadiest snow developing later today into Monday, with snow showers likely producing a few inches in favored lake-effect zones. To be fair, not everyone sees accumulation, but even a half inch on cold pavement could lead to quick freeze-ups. Commuters should plan extra time Monday morning as temperatures stay locked in the teens.
Meteorologists expect conditions to brighten Tuesday as dry air takes over. Highs rebound into the upper 20s under mostly sunny skies — a brief break as the region looks toward heavier holiday traffic later in the week. Early signals hint at another winter tease by Thursday or Friday, with a rain-to-snow changeover possible if colder air returns faster than expected.
Five-Day Outlook (Sun–Thu)
• Today: Chance snow; high near 20; wind chills 0° to –10°.
• Monday: Snow showers likely; high 27; slick travel early.
• Monday Night: Low 11; scattered snow showers.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high 28; calmer conditions.
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy; high 41; quieter day.
• Thursday: Rain chances increasing; high mid-40s.
