Manchester, N.H. – Rain and reduced visibility are set to complicate Tuesday morning commutes across southern New Hampshire, especially around Manchester and along I-293. The National Weather Service is calling for an 80% chance of showers and widespread patchy fog beginning early Tuesday, just as drivers head to work.
According to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, an Air Quality Alert remains in effect through 10 a.m. Monday, with unhealthy levels of particle pollution expected across much of the state. Sensitive groups—including those with asthma, COPD, and heart conditions—should limit outdoor activity. Even healthy individuals are urged to avoid strenuous exertion outdoors until the alert expires.
Tuesday morning will begin damp and hazy, with showers before 11 a.m., and continued rain and fog through the day. Visibility will be poor at times, particularly on elevated roads and bridges. Drivers should reduce speeds and use headlights during foggy periods.
Wednesday offers a bright turnaround, with sunny skies and a high near 81°F. Summer warmth returns midweek, with temperatures climbing to the mid-80s by Thursday. No additional air quality alerts are expected after Monday morning, but summer storms may return by the weekend.
⚠️ Drivers and outdoor workers should monitor updates from NHDES and the National Weather Service. Be alert for changing conditions and limit exposure if respiratory symptoms develop.
🗓️ Five-Day Forecast for Manchester, NH (June 9–14):
- Monday (June 9): Isolated showers after 9 a.m., high near 70°F
- Tuesday (June 10): Showers and patchy fog, high near 68°F
- Wednesday (June 11): Sunny, high near 81°F
- Thursday (June 12): Mostly sunny, high near 84°F
- Friday (June 13): Mostly sunny, high near 78°F
- Saturday (June 14): 40% chance of showers, high near 72°F
