New Hampshire – Snow clings to tree branches and slush coats side streets across Manchester this morning as drivers creep along I-93 under a Winter Weather Advisory. Temperatures hover near 29 degrees, cold enough for untreated roads to stay slick. If you’re heading out, expect reduced traction and slower travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, the advisory remains in effect until 4 a.m. Snow totals have reached 3 to 5 inches across southern and central New Hampshire, with up to one-tenth of an inch of ice in some spots. Even light additional snow can quickly coat roads at this temperature.
Light freezing rain was possible earlier, and a slight glaze may linger on bridges and overpasses. Crews continue treating highways, but secondary roads remain patchy. Use caution on exit ramps and shaded stretches.
Skies turn mostly sunny later today with highs near 51, helping melt snowpack. However, melting during the day can refreeze after sunset if temperatures drop quickly. That flash-freeze risk often spikes collisions this time of year.
Another system arrives Thursday night into Friday. Snow and sleet may develop after midnight, with around an inch of additional accumulation possible before mixing with rain. Highs Friday struggle near 37 before gradual clearing.
By Saturday, temperatures rebound into the mid-50s under mostly cloudy skies. Early next week trends milder, with highs climbing into the upper 50s and even low 60s by Tuesday. Spring warmth is building.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. We gain daylight but lose an hour of sleep.
Five Day Outlook for Manchester, NH:
Today: Becoming sunny, high 51.
Thursday: Chance of rain late, high 45.
Friday: Wintry mix, high 37.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 55.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 54.
