Manchester, N.H. – Drivers in southern New Hampshire should prepare for reduced visibility Thursday morning as patchy fog lingers before 8 a.m., giving way to mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, fog could briefly impact morning commuters in Manchester and surrounding towns, but conditions will clear by late morning. Winds from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph will help keep temperatures comfortable through the afternoon.
Friday brings a warm-up, with sunshine pushing highs into the mid-80s. The heat continues into Saturday, where Manchester is expected to top out near 88 degrees under mostly clear skies. Calm conditions should make for ideal outdoor plans, though hydration will be key during peak afternoon heat.
By late Sunday, the weather pattern shifts as a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops overnight into Monday, with cooler highs in the upper 70s to start next week.
Residents should take advantage of the clear skies Friday and Saturday, as unsettled weather may impact outdoor events by Sunday evening. Additional advisories could be issued if thunderstorms strengthen.
Five Day Forecast for Manchester, NH:
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, then mostly sunny. High 74.
- Friday: Sunny, warm. High 84.
- Saturday: Sunny, hot. High 88.
- Sunday: Partly sunny. High 83. Showers possible late.
- Monday: Showers likely. High 79.
