Manchester, New Hampshire – Residents in Manchester, New Hampshire can expect cold and breezy conditions tonight under clear skies. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for Saturday, covering the White Mountains and the Great North Woods, including areas in Coos, Grafton, Carroll, and Sullivan counties.
As the night progresses, temperatures will drop significantly, accompanied by strong winds creating wind chills below average. On Friday, similar temperatures and breezy conditions are expected, with less windy weather compared to Thursday. Clouds are anticipated to increase by Friday evening as a precursor to the approaching winter storm on Saturday.
Late Friday night into Saturday morning, a storm system is forecasted to move in, initially bringing snow to most regions before transitioning to rain in southern areas. Travelers can expect slippery road conditions, especially in northern areas due to snow accumulation and further challenges in southern regions due to snow and rain mixture. Precipitation is expected to subside by midnight on Saturday night.
The mountainous regions and North Country could potentially receive up to a foot of snow or more, while areas south of Plymouth down to Laconia may see 6-12 inches of snow. Forecasting for the amount of snowfall in these areas remains uncertain, contingent upon the timing of the switch from snow to rain and how far north the rain extends. Other regions may experience 3-6 inches of snow south of the Lakes Region, 1-3 inches around Manchester, and a coating to an inch near the coastline.
Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates through the WMUR app, available for Apple and Android devices, as well as setting up weather alerts for specific locations. They can also access storm coverage through the free Very Local app on smart TVs.Keeping an eye on the latest forecasts from the Storm Watch 9 team is crucial for upcoming developments and important updates regarding the weather conditions.