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New Hampshire Weather Alert: Snow Possible Thanksgiving Week
Concord, NH – New Hampshire residents preparing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday travel could face changing weather conditions during November 22 28, with rain, snow and potentially icy conditions re
By Jordan Mercer · 2026-11-14T22:41:52.976Z
Concord, NH – New Hampshire residents preparing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday travel could face changing weather conditions during November 22 28, with rain, snow and potentially icy conditions remaining possibilities as the holiday period approaches.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's NOAA Climate Prediction Center, temperature and precipitation outlooks issued Saturday, November 14, favor above normal temperatures and precipitation across New Hampshire during the eight to 14 day forecast period.
The precipitation outlook places New Hampshire in the 33% to 40% probability category for above normal precipitation, indicating a modest tilt toward wetter than average conditions.
Meanwhile, the temperature outlook indicates a stronger likelihood of above normal temperatures, generally in the 60% to 70% probability range across the state.
Could Snow or Freezing Rain Develop?
Despite the warmer outlook, snow remains possible, particularly across northern New Hampshire, the White Mountains and higher elevations where colder temperatures can support wintry precipitation.
Southern communities, including Manchester, Nashua and Concord, could experience rain during milder periods. However, snow or freezing rain cannot be ruled out if precipitation coincides with sufficiently cold air.
NOAA's extended outlook does not specifically predict snowfall, ice accumulation or a winter storm. Instead, it highlights broader temperature and precipitation patterns.
Thanksgiving and Black Friday Travel Concerns
Thanksgiving falls Thursday, November 26, followed by Black Friday on November 27.
Drivers traveling Interstate 93, Interstate 89, Interstate 95 and the Spaulding Turnpike should monitor updated forecasts as the holiday approaches.
Potential rain, snow or freezing rain could create travel concerns if a storm system develops, although hazardous conditions have not been established for either holiday.
More detailed forecasts in the coming days should clarify whether wintry precipitation becomes a concern.
For now, New Hampshire residents should remain aware of the wetter than normal outlook while recognizing that specific storm timing and precipitation types remain uncertain.