Concord, New Hampshire – New long-range federal climate guidance suggests February 2026 may bring near-normal winter precipitation across New Hampshire, with equal chances of rain and snow rather than a clear snowfall trend.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC), New Hampshire is currently placed in an “equal chances” category for February precipitation type. This designation indicates no statistically significant signal favoring either above-normal snowfall or predominantly rain-driven systems at this range.
Equal chances outlooks reflect uncertainty in large-scale winter patterns. For New Hampshire, this suggests February 2026 could feature a variable mix of snow, rain, and mixed-precipitation events depending on storm tracks, timing, and elevation.
Northern and higher-elevation areas, including parts of the White Mountains, may still experience accumulating snow during colder systems. Meanwhile, southern and coastal portions of the state could see more frequent rain or rain-snow mix events, especially during milder intervals.
Temperature outlooks for February indicate near-normal conditions across much of New England, including New Hampshire. This temperature profile supports fluctuation between colder and milder periods, increasing the likelihood of changing precipitation types throughout the month.
Surrounding states across New England show a mix of neutral and above-normal snowfall signals, reinforcing uncertainty in how consistently winter weather patterns may affect the region.
Commuters, students, and winter travelers across New Hampshire are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as February approaches, when shorter-range outlooks will provide clearer insight into storm timing and precipitation type.
