I-81 Weather Conditions
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Binghamton, NY
1:08am EST -- January 22, 2026
Overcast
Wind: SSW 14 mph
Gusts: 20 mph
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Cortland, NY
1:15am EST -- January 22, 2026
Overcast
Wind: SSW 12 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Syracuse, NY
12:54am EST -- January 22, 2026
Overcast
Wind: S 15 mph
Gusts: 23 mph
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Watertown, NY
1:22am EST -- January 22, 2026
Light Snow
Wind: SSW 16 mph
Gusts: 29 mph
Visibility: 1.75 mi
Predominant Weather and Temperatures
Local Radars Across New York State
| Road Segment | Road Status | Last Update |
|---|---|---|
| Cortland Co. Line to Exit 16 Nedrow | Snow and Ice | 11:27am EST -- January 21, 2026 |
| Exit 42 (Rt. 177) to Exit 48 (Rt. 342) | Snow and Ice | 11:08am EST -- January 21, 2026 |
| Exit 48 (Rt. 342) to Canadian Border | Snow and Ice | 11:08am EST -- January 21, 2026 |
| Oswego Co. Line to Exit 42 (Rt. 177) | Snow and Ice | 11:08am EST -- January 21, 2026 |
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