Winter Storm Watch Warns Binghamton and Northeast Pennsylvania of 6–8 Inches of Heavy Snow Starting Late Monday Night

BINGHAMTON, NEW YORK — A broad winter storm system is poised to drop 6–8 inches of snow across Central New York and Northeast Pennsylvania beginning late Monday night and lasting through Tuesday evening, according to the National Weather Service in Binghamton. The Winter Storm Watch includes communities such as Binghamton, Oneonta, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and Montrose, where hazardous travel conditions are expected.

Snow Begins After Midnight, Intensifies Toward Tuesday Morning

Forecasters expect snowfall to begin shortly after midnight, ramping up rapidly toward the Tuesday morning commute.
At times, snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour, causing dangerously reduced visibility and snow-covered roads across major highways including Interstates 81 and 88.

Drivers are urged to prepare for delays and consider postponing non-essential morning travel.

Higher Terrain Could See Even Greater Totals

While most regions are projected to receive 6–8 inches, elevated terrain — including the Catskills and parts of the Endless Mountains — may see even greater accumulations.
The combination of wet, heavy snow and persistent precipitation could lead to downed limbs, power line strain, and spotty outages.

Snow Tapers Tuesday Evening but Hazards Will Continue

Snow will gradually diminish Tuesday night, but icy spots and hazardous road conditions could persist into Wednesday morning as temperatures remain below freezing.
Officials advise keeping emergency kits in vehicles, leaving extra time for commutes, and monitoring forecast updates throughout the day.

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