New Hampshire – Light flakes drift through the morning sky over southern New Hampshire, coating driveways, decks, and parked cars in a thin, powdery layer. Drivers heading out feel the crunch of fresh snow under their tires, a clear signal that early winter has tightened its grip as the week before Christmas begins.
According to the National Weather Service, occasional light snow today across Manchester and surrounding communities may produce 1 to 3 inches, enough to create slick patches on secondary roads and untreated sidewalks. Calm morning winds increase later, and even a light breeze can reduce visibility when snow lifts off open fields. Residents should plan extra time for midday errands and holiday shopping traffic.
Meteorologists note that the broader Eastern U.S. cold snap will push temperatures lower by Monday. Wind chills Monday morning may dip into the single digits as northwest winds rise to 10–15 mph, with gusts nearing 30 mph. These conditions could harden remaining snow into icy ruts—classic flash-freeze conditions that often catch drivers off guard this time of year.
By Tuesday, skies turn bright and calm with highs near 31°, but the morning still feels sharp and frigid. To be fair, no major storm is expected, yet early-season snow signals continue as the pattern stays active heading toward Christmas travel.
Keep gloves, hats, and an ice scraper in the car. After all, this is the stretch of December when winter settles in for good across New England.
Five-Day Outlook
Monday: Increasing clouds, high 24; wind chills as low as –2.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 31.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 41.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 43.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 37.
