Manchester, NH – Travelers heading into southern New Hampshire should plan for slick roads and reduced visibility Friday night as a round of showers and thunderstorms moves through the area, marking the start of an unsettled weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray/Portland, a 70% chance of rain and possible thunderstorms begins after 5 p.m. Friday and continues through midnight. Winds will stay light, but wet pavement and brief downpours could make driving hazardous — especially on I-93 and Route 101 during evening travel.
Friday daytime stays mostly cloudy with a high of 71°F. Conditions remain calm before activity picks up after sunset. By Saturday, lingering instability brings another 70% chance of showers and storms, particularly in the afternoon, with highs only reaching 67°F.
Sunday clears up considerably with partly sunny skies and a warmer high of 75°F — a good window for outdoor plans. Monday brings an even bigger shift: mostly sunny skies and an 84°F high, perfect for early summer outings. Another rain chance returns late Monday night into Tuesday, possibly accompanied by thunderstorms.
Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Charge devices ahead of potential outages and monitor local alerts through the weekend.
More alerts may follow if storm timing shifts. Check back for updates from NWS Gray/Portland.
5-Day Forecast for Manchester, NH (June 26–30)
- Thursday: Cloudy, 65°F. Scattered light rain.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 71°F. Storms likely after 5 p.m. (70% chance).
- Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high 67°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 75°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F. Showers possible late.
