Boston, Massachusetts – A Winter Storm Watch signals potential snow and coastal impacts late Sunday into Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Boston, a coastal storm may bring impactful winter weather to southern New England, especially across the south coast, Cape Cod, and the Islands.
The watch is in effect from 1 a.m. Monday through 7 p.m. Monday.
Forecasters say snow is expected to be wet and dense, with dangerous winds and the potential for moderate coastal flooding. The exact track of the storm remains uncertain, and small shifts could significantly change snowfall totals and wind impacts.
Communities including Barnstable, Hyannis, New Bedford, and Nantucket are among those most likely to see impacts if the storm tracks closer to the coastline.
Travel along I-93 in Boston, I-195 near the South Coast, Route 6 across Cape Cod, and Route 28 in Hyannis could become slick during peak Monday travel hours. Heavy, wet snow accumulating on trees may increase the risk of isolated power outages.
Officials advise residents to prepare for changing conditions and monitor forecast updates through the weekend as confidence in snowfall totals improves.
Coastal flooding concerns will depend heavily on storm intensity and exact timing with high tide cycles.
The timing may be especially relevant for commuters and students returning to work and school Monday morning.
