New England Hit with Overnight Snowfall

Some areas saw nearly a foot of snow before major storm arrives

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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While a major snowstorm is expected to drop 1-2 feet of snow on parts of New England from Sunday into Monday, some areas saw almost a foot of snow overnight from Friday into Saturday. The town of Mt. Holly in central Vermont received the highest total at 11 inches.

Why it matters

Heavy snowfall can cause power outages, transportation disruptions, and other challenges for residents in the region. This early snowfall may be a precursor to the larger storm on the way, requiring preparation and response efforts from local authorities.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, several areas across New England saw significant snowfall totals overnight. In Massachusetts, Leyden received 6.5 inches, Greenfield 5 inches, and Haverhill 4.7 inches. New Hampshire towns like Carroll saw 7.8 inches, while Maine locations like Albany Township and Rockland both recorded 7 inches. The highest total was in Vermont, where Mt. Holly received 11 inches of snow.

  • The snowfall occurred overnight from Friday, February 20th into Saturday, February 21st, 2026.
  • A major snowstorm is expected to hit the region from Sunday, February 22nd into Monday, February 23rd, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather-related warnings across the United States.

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What’s next

Local authorities will continue to monitor the weather and prepare for the larger snowstorm expected to hit the region in the coming days.

The takeaway

This early snowfall is a reminder for residents in New England to be prepared for potentially hazardous winter weather conditions in the days ahead, including the possibility of power outages, transportation disruptions, and other challenges.