Binghamton, N.Y. – After a sunny Friday and Saturday, residents in Binghamton should brace for a wet turnaround by late Saturday night, with showers and thunderstorms expected to spread across the Southern Tier through Sunday night.
Stormy Conditions Expected This Weekend
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, storm chances will increase late Saturday, with the highest risk arriving Sunday into Sunday night. Heavy rainfall and localized flooding are possible in poor drainage areas, while gusty winds from thunderstorms could make travel hazardous.
Sunday Storms and Rainfall
Conditions are expected to be stormiest after 8 a.m. on Sunday, with widespread showers and a thunderstorm threat continuing into the evening. The NWS forecasts an 80% chance of rain through Sunday night, with downpours and thunder likely before tapering off by Monday morning.
Travel Disruptions and Safety Precautions
Travelers on Interstate 81, Route 17, and secondary county roads should watch for water pooling and reduced visibility during Sunday’s heaviest rainfall. Residents are advised to keep devices charged in case of power outages and to limit non-essential travel during peak storm hours.
Conditions to Improve by Monday
The unsettled weather is expected to ease on Monday, with lingering showers before sunshine returns on Tuesday into the midweek. Additional advisories could be issued if rainfall amounts trend higher.
Five-Day Forecast for Binghamton, N.Y.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 83°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 87°F, storms possible late
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 79°F
- Monday: Chance of showers early, partly sunny, high near 79°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 72°F
How are you preparing for the storms this weekend? Share your thoughts and safety tips in the comments below.
