New Hampshire – A cold, silvery dawn settles over the Merrimack Valley as crisp air drifts between quiet streets and frosted lawns. The region holds steady in a sharp late-fall chill today, and a deeper push of cold Tuesday may slow early Thanksgiving travel preparations. Drivers using I-293 and Route 3 should plan extra time for the morning rush as frost coats windshields and a biting breeze cuts across open lots.
According to the National Weather Service Gray/Portland office, winds stay brisk today and push colder air toward Manchester, Bedford, and Hooksett. Sunshine returns, but shaded neighborhoods will feel the sting of November air. Residents handling leaf cleanup or outdoor holiday prep should dress in layers and secure loose decorations as winds may still gust across exposed areas.
According to meteorologists, the coldest stretch arrives Tuesday. Lows near the lower 20s create a clear frost risk. This cold snap is an early sign of the seasonal shift that often precedes more frequent snow chances before Thanksgiving. Models hint at quiet skies Tuesday, yet the temperature whiplash from Tuesday’s freeze to Wednesday’s warm rebound could support future storm development later in the month.
According to regional guidance, Wednesday delivers a welcome break: bright sun and milder temperatures. Early travelers heading out of town should find smooth, dry pavement. Later in the week, attention turns to Friday as a developing system may toss a quick rain-snow mix into southern New Hampshire. Confidence remains low, yet any early snow chance deserves a watch, especially for late-week work commutes or early holiday departures.
Five-Day Forecast for Manchester, NH:
Mon: 40/28 – Partly sunny; breezy with biting gusts.
Tue: 44/23 – Mostly clear; sharp freeze early.
Wed: 44/23 – Sunny; milder feel boosts travel.
Thu: 44/28 – Partly sunny; quiet late-fall day.
Fri: 46/28 – Rain likely; early snow chance north.
