Manchester, New Hampshire – A prolonged window for accumulating snow could create travel disruptions and daily impacts across New Hampshire as late January approaches, with conditions favoring at least one round of heavier snowfall statewide.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, New Hampshire is included in a slight risk for heavy snow from Saturday through the following Friday, signaling an increased likelihood of impactful winter systems during that period. The risk spans southern New Hampshire, the Merrimack Valley, and the North Country.
In southern areas such as Manchester and Nashua, colder-than-normal temperatures are expected to hold firm, increasing confidence that precipitation falls mainly as snow. That setup could lead to slick highways along Interstates 93 and 95, especially during morning and evening travel windows.
Central New Hampshire communities, including Concord and the Lakes Region, may see multiple chances for snow rather than a single storm, raising the potential for cumulative impacts on local roads and school schedules. Farther north, cities like Berlin and surrounding Coös County towns are likely to remain cold enough for efficient snow accumulation if storms track through New England.
Residents are encouraged to review winter travel plans, keep vehicles stocked with emergency supplies, and stay alert for updated guidance from New Hampshire DOT and local emergency management.
The broader weather pattern favors below-normal temperatures across the Northeast, meaning snow that falls may not melt quickly. More detailed outlooks and possible advisories are expected as the late-January window draws closer.
