Heavy Snowfall Hits Boston Area in February Nor'easter

Power outages reported across Massachusetts as storm brings up to 9.5 inches of snow

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A powerful nor'easter brought heavy, wet snow to the Boston area on Monday, February 23rd, causing widespread power outages across Massachusetts. The National Weather Service reported snow totals ranging from 4 inches in some areas to as much as 9.5 inches in Millis.

Why it matters

Nor'easters can be disruptive winter storms that bring significant snowfall, high winds, and the potential for power outages to the Northeast region. This storm is the latest in a series of winter weather events that have impacted the Boston metropolitan area this season.

The details

The heavy, wet snow fell steadily throughout the day on Monday, with the highest totals reported in the southeastern part of the state. Power outages were widespread as the snow weighed down power lines and trees. The National Weather Service is still awaiting an official measurement from its Logan Airport site in Boston, but reports from local weather spotters and media outlets indicate totals ranging from 4 inches in some areas to as much as 9.5 inches in Millis.

  • The nor'easter brought heavy snow to the Boston area on Monday, February 23, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and reporting weather data across the United States.

Rob Macedo

The SKYWARN Coordinator for the National Weather Service in Taunton, Massachusetts.

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What they’re saying

“Heavy, wet snow fell across the Boston area Monday as a nor'easter caused widespread power outages around Massachusetts.”

— Mike Toole, Author (cbsnews.com)

The takeaway

This powerful nor'easter is the latest in a series of disruptive winter storms to impact the Boston region, highlighting the need for residents and local authorities to be prepared for the potential of heavy snowfall, power outages, and other hazardous winter weather conditions.