Manchester, NH – Spring weather is off to a soggy start across southern New Hampshire, with rain, sleet, and weekend showers expected through Sunday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, ME, a mix of rain and sleet will continue through early Thursday morning, particularly impacting areas along the I-93 corridor, including Manchester and Concord. Accumulations will be minimal, but roads may become slick overnight. Residents are urged to drive cautiously and allow extra travel time.
Rain is expected to persist throughout Thursday, with highs reaching the low 60s by afternoon. Southeast winds may gust up to 20 mph. Light evening showers are likely before tapering off briefly Thursday night. By Friday, skies will clear slightly, bringing a temporary break with partly sunny conditions and highs in the low 60s.
However, the reprieve will be short-lived. Rain returns by Saturday afternoon with a 60% chance of precipitation. Showers are likely to continue through Saturday night and into Sunday. Highs will hover in the mid-50s to low 60s throughout the weekend, with overnight lows dipping into the 30s and 40s.
Looking ahead to next week, Monday and Tuesday offer brief clearing, with partly sunny skies and highs in the upper 40s and low 50s. Another round of scattered showers could arrive by midweek.
Travelers along Route I-93 should monitor updates and plan for reduced visibility and slick roadways during peak precipitation times. Keep umbrellas and rain gear handy through the weekend, and avoid low-lying areas prone to brief flooding during heavier showers.
