MANCHESTER, N.H. – New Hampshire’s stretch of active fall weather continues as forecasters warn of strong winds across southern and central parts of the state and accumulating snow in the north. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory through 9 a.m. Thursday for several counties, including Cheshire, Hillsborough, Rockingham, Sullivan, Merrimack, Belknap, and Strafford.
Strong Winds to Impact Morning Commute
Forecasters say gusty winds up to 45 mph are likely overnight and into Thursday morning, creating a potential for scattered power outages and downed tree branches by sunrise.
“Winds will strengthen overnight before easing gradually by Thursday afternoon,” meteorologist Mike Haddad reported. “Residents should be prepared for minor disruptions to morning travel and isolated outages.”
By Thursday afternoon, winds will begin to diminish, with high temperatures settling in the 40s statewide.
Rain and Snow Divide the State
While southern New Hampshire will experience occasional rain showers, residents farther north should prepare for accumulating snow, especially in higher elevations.
Forecasters predict that areas above 2,000 feet in the White Mountains and Coös County could see more than 3 inches of snowfall before precipitation tapers off Thursday morning. The Presidential Range summits could receive between 4 to 8 inches, with snow mixed with rain in surrounding valleys.
Road conditions in mountain passes could become slick during the early morning hours, prompting officials to advise caution for drivers heading north.
Calmer Conditions Ahead
The state will get a short reprieve from the stormy pattern late Thursday as skies begin to clear. Friday will start with some sunshine, though clouds will increase later in the day ahead of another round of showers by Friday evening.
That system will move out by early Saturday, allowing for a drier day with only spotty showers in northern areas. Highs will rise into the 50s across much of the state.
Another System by Sunday
Another weak storm system is expected to bring showers Sunday afternoon or evening, with rain tapering off by early Monday morning. Despite the continued unsettled pattern, forecasters say temperatures will remain seasonable, keeping New Hampshire in typical early-November conditions.
Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor decorations and loose items ahead of the overnight wind gusts and to monitor local power updates in case of outages.
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