Manchester, N.H. – Drivers across southern New Hampshire should prepare for changing conditions next week, with sunny skies giving way to showers by Tuesday afternoon. The shift could create slick spots on I-293 and other major routes during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service, Manchester will see a warmup through Monday with highs reaching the low-70s, followed by an 81°F peak Tuesday before storms move in. A 30 percent chance of rain develops after 3 p.m. Tuesday, increasing to 40 percent Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
The immediate weekend looks clear and comfortable. Saturday and Sunday remain sunny with highs near 71°F, perfect for outdoor plans. Overnight lows drop into the low-40s, with calm winds and mostly clear skies. Monday continues the pleasant trend, climbing to 74°F under mostly sunny skies.
Commuters should watch conditions late Tuesday, especially on I-93 and I-293, where rainfall may slow traffic and reduce visibility. If traveling, allow extra time and keep headlights on during showers.
Looking ahead, Wednesday stays unsettled with a lingering 30 percent rain chance, though temperatures ease to the low-70s. By Thursday and Friday, drier air returns with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s, signaling a stretch of calmer early fall weather.
Showers Tuesday and Wednesday mark the only significant disruptions, but more advisories could follow if storm chances increase. Residents should monitor updates before making midweek travel plans.
Five Day Forecast for Manchester, NH
- Saturday: Sunny, high 71°F, low 43°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 71°F, low 42°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 74°F, low 55°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 81°F, 30% chance of afternoon showers.
- Wednesday: Showers possible, high 73°F, low 52°F.
