Binghamton, NY – A chill sits in the air across New York’s Southern Tier this Friday morning as gray skies linger and a few light showers ripple through the region. Roads are damp, the wind is calm, and the late-October chill feels here to stay — at least for now.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, a weak disturbance will bring scattered showers through early afternoon, with highs peaking near 55°F. Rainfall amounts will stay light, but clouds will hold firm until later tonight. Skies begin to clear after sunset as temperatures dip into the mid-30s, setting up a cold, crisp start to Saturday.
The weekend brings improvement. Saturday stays partly sunny and dry, reaching the low 50s, though a few lake-enhanced sprinkles could brush higher terrain north of I-81. Sunday looks like the best day for outdoor plans — mostly sunny, calm, and cool, with highs near 52°F and light winds.
As the region pushes into early next week, nighttime lows may flirt with freezing in sheltered valleys, especially by Monday and Tuesday mornings. Gardeners should take note — it’s time to finish harvesting and cover any remaining tender plants.
To be fair, winter still feels distant for now, but the first hints of frost and morning fog remind residents that November is near. Models suggest another weak system late next week, but no early snow signals yet — just a steady slide toward the true chill of late fall.
After all, Halloween is next Friday, and trick-or-treaters may need jackets more than costumes this year. 🎃
