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I-81 Weather Conditions

Know the weather before you hit the interstate

Mostly Cloudy 41°F
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Binghamton, NY

4:53pm EST -- November 15, 2026

Mostly Cloudy

Mostly Cloudy

36°F
Wind: NW 9 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi

Cortland, NY

5:15pm EST -- November 15, 2026

Overcast

Overcast

37°F
Wind: Calm
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi

Syracuse, NY

4:54pm EST -- November 15, 2026

Overcast

Overcast

41°F
Wind: WNW 7 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi

Watertown, NY

4:56pm EST -- November 15, 2026

Overcast

Overcast

43°F
Wind: WNW 6 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi

Predominant Weather and Temperatures

Predominant Weather
Predominant Weather
Temperatures
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Local Radars Across New York State

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Winter Driving Conditions

I-81: No Active Reporting between the start of I-81 and Thousand Islands Bridge (American Span).

Generally Clear and Dry: The entire length of the reporting segment appears clear and dry.

Wet Conditions: The segment is wet with liquid water from rain or fully melted snow.

Snow and Ice: Wheel paths may be visible and there is snow, slush or ice on the pavement.

Severe Snow and Ice: Pavement is not visible; snow, slush or ice buildup is present.

Closed Portions: No lanes open in one or both directions for part of the segment.

Not all segments of the interstate have conditions available.

Road conditions are updated at least every four hours during winter months and more frequently during storms.

Source National Weather Service / NYS Department of Transportation