Headlights glow through patches of fog, and tires hiss across pavement that looks dry but isn’t. At 20 degrees in Manchester, any leftover moisture has turned icy in spots.
New Hampshire faces a slick start after subfreezing temperatures followed recent precipitation. According to the National Weather Service in Gray, untreated roads may be icy this morning, especially on bridges and overpasses. Calm winds and high humidity are allowing patchy fog to linger, reducing visibility in pockets.
Drivers along I-93, Route 101, and secondary roads should use caution. Leave extra distance between vehicles. Even small patches of black ice can send cars sliding. This is classic late-winter flash-freeze territory, when daytime melting refreezes quickly after sunset.
Clouds increase through the day with highs near 36 degrees. West winds may gust up to 25 mph, adding a brisk feel. Skies clear tonight, and temperatures drop sharply to around 11 degrees. Any damp pavement could refreeze again by late evening.
Friday turns sunny with highs near 39. Saturday delivers a brief spring tease, climbing to 48 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Snowbanks will soften, and puddles may form during peak afternoon warmth.
Sunday brings a shift. Highs fall to 33 degrees with a 30 percent chance of snow before midday, then partial clearing. Even light snowfall could create minor travel issues if it develops during busier hours.
Early next week turns colder again. Monday stays sunny but chilly with highs near 24. Longer-range trends hint at moderating temperatures heading into early March, with milder air likely building by midweek and beyond.
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Five Day Outlook for Manchester, NH:
Friday: Sunny, high 39.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 48.
Sunday: Chance of snow, high 33.
Monday: Sunny, high 24.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 32.
