Manchester, N.H. – Temperatures in southern New Hampshire will soar into the 90s by Sunday, setting the stage for scattered afternoon thunderstorms that could disrupt weekend travel and outdoor plans across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, Saturday will be sunny and hot with a high near 89°F, while Sunday peaks at 93°F before a 30% chance of thunderstorms moves in after 1 p.m. Winds will stay light but could become gusty around any storm cells. Showers may linger through Sunday night.
While conditions remain calm and mostly clear Saturday night, the arrival of heat and humidity on Sunday could trigger localized downpours and brief gusty winds. Areas including Hooksett, Derry, and Londonderry may experience sudden weather changes during the late afternoon. Drivers should be prepared for reduced visibility and slick roads if storms develop.
Monday brings relief with mostly sunny skies and a high near 79°F, followed by milder, partly sunny conditions through midweek. However, a return chance of rain arrives late Tuesday into Wednesday.
More updates could be issued as storm timing and intensity becomes clearer.
Five-Day Forecast for Manchester, NH:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 89°F
- Sunday: 30% chance of PM thunderstorms, high near 93°F
- Monday: Sunny, high near 79°F
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 75°F
- Wednesday: Chance of showers, high near 73°F
