Manchester, NH – Foggy mornings and late-week thunderstorms could make travel across southern New Hampshire tricky heading into the weekend. Drivers should plan for reduced visibility Thursday morning and prepare for wet roads and possible thunder by Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, patchy fog will linger early Thursday before sunshine lifts temperatures into the low 80s. Showers move in late Thursday night, with rain most likely after 4 a.m. Friday. Forecasters warn of slick conditions on I-293 and surrounding Manchester roadways during the Friday morning commute.
Friday brings a 30 percent chance of showers before 8 a.m., with skies clearing later and highs near 83 degrees. Calm weather won’t last long—Saturday delivers the highest risk, with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected after noon. Stronger downpours could hit during late-day activities and football games.
Saturday night brings a 70 percent chance of rain and thunder, with conditions improving slightly by Sunday. However, spotty showers could linger into the second half of the weekend, making outdoor plans uncertain. Travelers should charge phones, check headlights, and leave extra time for road delays, especially during foggy mornings.
The weekend wraps cooler, with highs in the 70s and lows dipping into the 40s by Monday night. More sunshine returns early next week.
Warnings for Manchester and southern New Hampshire remain possible, with updates expected through Saturday. Residents should monitor local alerts and plan ahead for changing conditions.
Five Day Forecast for Manchester, NH
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, then sunny. High 82°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers before 8 a.m., then mostly sunny. High 83°F.
- Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms after noon. High 88°F.
- Sunday: Chance of showers. High 72°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny. High 74°F.
