Rain and Snow to Impact Travel Friday Afternoon and Evening

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A messy mix of rain and heavy, wet snow will impact Vermont, New York, and New Hampshire on Friday afternoon and evening, with impacts varying greatly by location and elevation. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for parts of the region, and travel could be impacted, especially in the higher elevations. The forecast is challenging due to the strong March sun angle and temperatures that are barely cold enough to support snow in some areas and warm enough for all rain in others.

Why it matters

This spring storm system has the potential to cause significant travel disruptions across the region, especially for the Friday evening commute. The varying precipitation types and amounts based on location and elevation could lead to hazardous driving conditions in some areas, while others may see mainly rain. Residents and travelers need to be aware of the changing weather conditions and plan accordingly.

The details

Precipitation is expected to arrive from west to east on Friday, starting in northern New York before noon and spreading into Vermont and New Hampshire from early to mid-afternoon. Snow totals will be highest in the northern New York mountains, the northern Green Mountains, and the White Mountains of New Hampshire, where 2-6 inches are possible. The Champlain Valley and central Vermont may see a mix of snow and rain, with 1-3 inches possible in the higher elevations. Southern Vermont and the Upper Valley are expected to see mainly rain. Rainfall amounts could exceed 0.5-0.75 inches along and west of the Green Mountains.

• Precipitation arrives in northern New York before noon on Friday.
• Precipitation spreads into Vermont and New Hampshire from early to mid-afternoon on Friday.
• Snow wraps up before midnight on Friday for most areas.
• Rain and snow will be done well before sunrise on Saturday.
• Another round of mixed showers is likely on Sunday, with the potential for more widespread snow on Sunday evening into Monday.

What’s next

The First Alert Weather Team will continue to track the rain and snow chances through early next week, as slight shifts in the storm track and temperature forecast can lead to big changes in snow amounts and road conditions.