I-81 Weather Conditions
Know the weather before you hit the interstate
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Binghamton, NY
6:53am EDT -- October 7, 2026
Clear
Wind: S 6 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Cortland, NY
4:15am EDT -- October 7, 2026
Clear
Wind: Calm
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Syracuse, NY
6:54am EDT -- October 7, 2026
Partly Cloudy
Wind: E 8 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Watertown, NY
6:56am EDT -- October 7, 2026
Mostly Cloudy
Wind: S 7 mph
Gusts: None
Visibility: 10.00 mi
Predominant Weather and Temperatures
Local Radars Across New York State
Winter Driving Conditions
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