New Hampshire – Sunshine is dominating southern New Hampshire late Monday morning, but don’t let the blue skies fool you. Temperatures are climbing into the mid-80s today, creating a pleasant summer day before a much wetter and more unsettled pattern arrives by Tuesday night. The change could bring soaking rain, thunderstorms, and slower travel through the middle of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday remains sunny with a high near 84 degrees before increasing clouds arrive later today. Tuesday starts mainly dry with a mix of sunshine and clouds, but conditions deteriorate as the day progresses. By Tuesday night, showers and thunderstorms become likely with a 100% chance of rain, signaling the arrival of a cold front crossing northern New England.
Drivers should prepare for changing conditions on Interstate 93, Interstate 293, the Everett Turnpike, Route 101, and Interstate 89 beginning Tuesday evening. Wet pavement, standing water in low-lying areas, and reduced visibility may slow traffic during the evening commute. Travelers flying through Manchester-Boston Regional Airport should also monitor airline schedules as thunderstorms could produce temporary delays.
Wednesday stays unsettled with showers likely and thunderstorms possible, especially during the afternoon. Rain chances remain at 60%, and periods of heavier rainfall may briefly reduce visibility while creating localized ponding on roads. While widespread severe weather is not currently indicated, a few stronger thunderstorms could produce gusty winds. An isolated tornado cannot be completely ruled out with any stronger rotating storm, though the overall threat remains low.
The good news arrives Thursday. Sunshine returns with highs near 82 degrees, lower humidity, and much more comfortable conditions for outdoor plans across southern New Hampshire.
Looking farther ahead, longer-range outlooks continue pointing toward above-normal temperatures later next week, suggesting another stretch of classic midsummer warmth after the midweek storm system moves away.
If you’ll be driving Tuesday evening or Wednesday, allow extra travel time and keep rain gear close. Are you seeing sunshine now, or are clouds already beginning to build where you are?
Five-Day Forecast for Manchester, New Hampshire
- Monday: Sunny. High 84°F.
- Tuesday: Becoming cloudy during the afternoon. High 82°F.
- Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Low 62°F. 100% chance of rain.
- Wednesday: Showers likely with afternoon thunderstorms possible. High 85°F. 60% chance of rain.
- Thursday: Sunny and pleasant. High 82°F.
