New Hampshire wakes up to a crisp blue sky and a sharp bite in the air, but changes are already lining up for the weekend. Pavement is dry this morning in Manchester, yet melting and refreezing could turn slick after sunset Sunday as temperatures swing.
According to the National Weather Service, Manchester climbs near 39 degrees today under sunshine with light winds. Temperatures dip into the lower 20s tonight. Saturday turns milder, reaching the upper 40s with a steady south breeze gusting near 20 mph.
Clouds thicken late Saturday night. By Sunday, a band of light snow pushes across southern New Hampshire. Highs hover near 33 degrees, and snowfall chances sit at 50 percent. Even minor accumulation could coat bridges along I-93 and Everett Turnpike by late afternoon. Plan extra travel time Sunday evening.
Cold air rushes back Sunday night. Lows plunge near 5 degrees by early Monday. That sharp drop raises flash freeze concerns where snow melts during daylight. Wet pavement can refreeze quickly after dark. Slow down on overpasses and shaded roads.
Monday stays bright but cold, with highs near 25. Another frigid night follows before temperatures rebound Tuesday into the mid-30s. By midweek, highs push into the 40s, hinting at early March spring warmth. Longer-range outlooks favor above-normal temperatures heading deeper into March.
Five Day Outlook for Manchester, New Hampshire:
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 48.
Sunday: 50% chance of snow, high 33.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 25.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 36.
Wednesday: Chance of rain and snow, high 45.
