Manchester, N.H. – New Hampshire is waking up to crisp fall mornings, and drivers should be alert to frost forming before sunrise. Temperatures dipped into the low 40s early Thursday, and the National Weather Service warns patchy frost could return by Friday morning, especially in valleys and rural backroads.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, tonight’s lows will hover near 42 degrees in Manchester, with outlying areas falling colder. Commuters along I-293 and Route 101 may encounter slick spots at dawn. Motorists should leave extra time for travel, especially in shaded and low-lying areas.
By Saturday, October 4, New Hampshire transitions into a stretch of classic fall weather. Sunny skies and highs climbing near 79 degrees will make the weekend ideal for apple picking, outdoor sports, and early Halloween decorating. Winds remain light, and air quality looks favorable for outdoor events across southern and central counties.
Despite the warmth, chilly evenings will linger. Gardeners should continue to cover tender plants or bring potted plants indoors during nighttime dips. Residents planning fall cleanup should expect mostly dry conditions, with the first chance of showers holding off until early next week.
The weather pattern through midweek remains steady and mild, giving the region a break from severe weather alerts. Families and travelers can plan confidently for outdoor events, but be ready for fog patches late at night into early mornings.
More updates will follow if conditions shift, but for now New Hampshire enjoys a near-perfect fall stretch heading into the second week of October.
Five Day Forecast for Manchester, NH
- Thursday: Sunny, high 64. Low 42.
- Friday: Sunny, high 73. Low 48 with patchy fog.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 79. Low 52.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 82. Low 53.
- Monday: Sunny, high 82. Low 55.
