Binghamton, NY – Snow showers and cold temperatures are creating immediate travel concerns across central New York this morning, with readings stuck in the 30s and light snow developing through the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, scattered snow showers will move across cities including Syracuse, Ithaca, Elmira, and Binghamton through Monday evening. Snowfall totals remain light—generally a few tenths of an inch—but brief bursts could reduce visibility and create slick spots on untreated roads, especially along I-81, I-86, and Route 17.
Temperatures will fall sharply after sunset, dropping into the upper teens to low 20s by early Tuesday morning. This freeze poses a risk to early-season vegetation and could refreeze any leftover moisture on roadways, increasing the risk of black ice for the Tuesday morning commute.
A rapid warm-up begins Tuesday afternoon, with highs climbing into the mid-40s and reaching the upper 50s to low 60s by Thursday and Friday. A chance for light rain or mixed showers arrives late Tuesday night into early Wednesday, but widespread impacts are not expected.
Drivers should remain cautious through tonight, especially on bridges and rural roads where temperatures fall fastest. Protect sensitive plants and check outdoor pipes before the overnight freeze. Additional updates are expected by late Monday evening as conditions evolve.
