Snow Forecast: Boston Area Braces for More Winter Weather

Weather maps show potential snow totals in Massachusetts as the region faces two chances of snow in the coming days.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Boston and much of Massachusetts are in the midst of a busy stretch of winter weather, with two chances of snow expected in the coming days. The first storm is forecast to bring a mix of snow, rain, and ice on Friday, while a more powerful storm system is expected to impact the region on Sunday into Monday, though the track and impacts of that storm remain uncertain.

Why it matters

The back-to-back winter storms highlight the ongoing challenges Boston and other parts of Massachusetts face during the winter season, with the potential for disruptions to travel, power outages, and other weather-related impacts. The forecasts also underscore the unpredictability of New England weather, as meteorologists work to provide accurate predictions amid shifting storm tracks and evolving conditions.

The details

The first storm is expected to arrive late Friday morning/midday, bringing a burst of snow that will likely mix with rain and ice, especially south of the Massachusetts Turnpike. Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly after 10 a.m. on Friday, with the toughest conditions in the afternoon and evening. Snow totals are forecast to range from a coating to 1 inch south of the Pike, 1 to 3 inches in the Boston area and along the North Shore, and 3 to 6 inches north of the Pike. The second storm, expected on Sunday into Monday, has the potential to be a major snowstorm, but the track and impacts remain uncertain, with a 1-in-5 chance of a complete miss out to sea.

  • The first storm is expected to arrive late Friday morning/midday and taper off overnight into early Saturday.
  • The second storm is expected to impact the region on Sunday into Monday.

The players

WBZ NEXT Weather Team

The weather forecasting team at WBZ-TV and WBZ.com, who will be providing ongoing coverage and updates on the winter weather.

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What they’re saying

“We are currently leaning towards a middle track, with a 3 in 5 chance. Our area would be fringed by the storm with the greatest impacts over southeastern Massachusetts.”

— WBZ NEXT Weather Team (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

The WBZ NEXT Weather Team will continue to monitor the developing weather situation and provide updates on WBZ-TV and WBZ.com as the storms approach and unfold.

The takeaway

The back-to-back winter storms in the Boston area highlight the unpredictable nature of New England weather and the ongoing challenges residents face during the winter season. Residents should stay tuned to local weather forecasts and be prepared for potential disruptions to travel and other weather-related impacts.