New Hampshire — Light flakes may start mixing with raindrops by mid-afternoon, and roads around Manchester could turn slushy before sunset. Temperatures hover near 25 degrees at sunrise, cold enough for any early precipitation to stick on untreated surfaces.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, a 40 percent chance of rain and snow showers develops before 3 p.m., with a brief rain shower possible late afternoon. Highs reach 39. While totals stay under a tenth of an inch today, slick patches may form where snow falls steadily.
Skies remain mostly cloudy tonight with lows near 24. Wednesday turns more active. Rain develops after midday, then transitions to snow late. Precipitation chances climb to 60 percent, with new snow accumulation under a half inch during daylight hours.
Snow becomes likely Wednesday night, mainly before 1 a.m., with a 70 percent chance of measurable accumulation. One to three inches could fall before daybreak Thursday. Expect snow-covered stretches on I-93, I-293, and Route 3. Plan extra travel time.
Thursday offers relief. Sunshine returns with highs near 40. Thursday night turns sharply colder, dipping to 18 degrees. Any leftover moisture may refreeze. Watch for black ice early Friday.
Friday brings another 50 percent chance of snow after noon, with additional accumulation possible Friday night. The weekend stays unsettled, with periodic snow chances through Sunday.
