New Hampshire – Cold air bites early as clouds thicken over southern New Hampshire, and the stillness breaks with the first hints of winter weather. Pavement stays dry for now, but that changes fast as a wintry mix pushes in and temperatures hover near freezing.
According to the National Weather Service, snow, sleet, and freezing rain develop mainly after early morning hours, with precipitation chances near 100 percent. Accumulations remain light, under a tenth of an inch of ice and less than half an inch of snow or sleet, but impacts could be outsized. Lows dip near 31, allowing untreated roads to glaze quickly.
Conditions stay unsettled through the day. A mix of rain and snow lingers into the afternoon before easing. Highs struggle into the mid-30s, keeping slushy patches on secondary roads and sidewalks. Drivers should watch bridges and ramps along I-293, Route 3, and neighborhood hills where black ice forms first.
By evening, precipitation tapers and skies begin to clear. Winds increase, gusting up to 35 mph at times, adding a sharp chill. Temperatures slide into the low 20s, refreezing any leftover moisture. This is classic flash-freeze territory, especially after daytime melting.
Monday brings calmer weather but no real warmth. Sunshine returns, though highs reach only the mid-30s. Nights remain cold through midweek, with lows in the 20s and low 30s. While heavier snow targets areas north and west, Manchester stays close enough to the freezing line that even minor shifts could matter.
Plan extra time if traveling later today or early Monday. Slow down, dress warm, and expect slick spots after dark. Winter has a firm grip now.
Five-Day Outlook for Manchester, NH
- Today: Wintry mix, high near 42.
- Sunday: Chance rain or snow, high near 36.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 34.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 41.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 44.
