Boston, Massachusetts – New England faces a 10% to 40% chance of winter storm impacts this weekend, varying by state and location, as a developing coastal system tracks northward along the East Coast between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 p.m. Monday.
According to the National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center, a strengthening low-pressure system is expected to move offshore of the Mid-Atlantic before approaching New England late Saturday into Sunday. While the highest-impact zone is expected farther south, colder air across New England may allow for wintry precipitation if the storm tracks close enough to the coast.
State-by-state probabilities currently indicate:
- Connecticut: 30%–40% chance, highest inland and northern sections
- Rhode Island: 30%–40% chance, lower near the immediate coast
- Massachusetts: 30%–40% chance inland; 20%–30% along the coast
- New Hampshire: 20%–30% chance, mainly southern areas
- Vermont: 10%–20% chance, primarily eastern sections
- Maine: 10%–30% chance, higher along the southern and coastal zones
Potential impacts include periods of snow or rain-snow mix, gusty winds, and reduced visibility. Major travel corridors such as Interstate 95, Interstate 93, and Route 128 could see slick conditions, particularly late Saturday into Sunday if colder air remains in place.
Forecasters stress that confidence is lower compared to regions farther south, and small changes in storm track or temperature profiles could significantly alter local outcomes across New England.
Residents are encouraged to monitor official forecasts and prepare for possible travel disruptions. Weekend commuters, students, and travelers across the region should remain flexible with plans as forecast details become clearer.
