NH Winter Weather Advisory: Snow Timeline & Accumulation Forecast
- Snow is beginning to fall across New Hampshire, prompting a winter weather advisory for the entire state that remains in effect through early Wednesday morning.
- And 9 p.m., with most accumulation occurring after the evening commute and continuing through midnight.
- Southern New Hampshire is likely to see between 2 and 4 inches of snow, while central and northern zones could receive 4 to 8 inches.
Snow is beginning to fall across New Hampshire, prompting a winter weather advisory for the entire state that remains in effect through early Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service reports that the snow will begin accumulating in central areas around 5 p.m. And reach eastern parts of the state by 7 p.m.
A heavier burst of snow is anticipated between 6 p.m. And 9 p.m., with most accumulation occurring after the evening commute and continuing through midnight. Slippery travel conditions are expected during the late evening commute and into Wednesday morning.
Accumulation forecasts vary across the state. Southern New Hampshire is likely to see between 2 and 4 inches of snow, while central and northern zones could receive 4 to 8 inches. The highest snowfall totals are expected in the White Mountains. Lingering light snow showers are possible into Wednesday.
According to the WMUR Storm Watch 9 team, the timing of the snowfall is crucial. Arrival will be from west to east, beginning between 3 p.m. And 6 p.m. Travel impacts will be heightened after 6 p.m. Through midnight, with any remaining snow on untreated surfaces potentially creating slippery conditions Wednesday morning.
Looking ahead, temperatures are expected to moderate by midweek, rising closer to the freezing mark. While a few flurries are possible in the mountains, most areas will experience partial sunshine to close out the week.
The potential for another winter storm exists late Sunday night into Monday, but it is currently too early to determine whether the storm will impact New Hampshire.
Residents are encouraged to stay weather aware. The WMUR app offers push notifications for weather alerts based on geolocation or up to three ZIP codes, as well as notifications when precipitation is expected in a specific area. Storm coverage is also available through the Very Local app on smart TVs.
The Storm Watch 9 team – Mike Haddad, Kevin Skarupa, Hayley LaPoint, Jacqueline Thomas and Matt Hoenig – are providing ongoing updates on social media.
The National Weather Service’s National Digital Forecast Database provides specific snowfall accumulation forecasts for locations across the United States. For ongoing or imminent hazardous winter weather, the Storm Prediction Center’s Mesoscale Discussion Link offers further information.