Arctic Blast Strikes Friday: Weekend Storm Timeline Revealed
New England is bracing for a significant cold spell as Arctic air settles in, bringing temperatures drastically below seasonal averages. From Friday through Monday, the region will experience temperatures as low as 30 degrees below normal.
Arctic Blast Timeline: Friday to Monday
Friday: Arrival of Frigid Temperatures
The Arctic chill makes its entry into New England on Friday. Morning temperatures will start in the low to mid-20s, peaking around noon. Greater Boston may briefly reach the low 30s before a rapid drop in temperatures takes place across the area.
- Morning: Low to mid-20s in New England
- Afternoon: Mixed sun and clouds, light snow showers possible
- Evening: Temperatures drop into the teens, single digits in Northern New England
Saturday: Bone-Chilling Cold
By Saturday morning, temperatures will resemble a shock to the system, plummeting to single digits. Wind chills could make conditions feel even colder, dropping to between 5 and 10 degrees below zero.
- Morning: Single-digit temperatures across Boston
- Afternoon: Highs in the mid-teens, colder options in the north
- Evening: Air temperatures dive; prepare for significant wind chills again
Sunday: Snowstorm Approaching
Sunday promises to be eventful as a major snowstorm approaches Southern New England. Ice-cold temperatures will persist, with snow starting in the late morning and intensifying throughout the day.
- Morning: Mostly cloudy skies; negative temperatures in the north
- Afternoon: Heavy snowfall begins, temperatures rise into the low 20s
- Evening: Continued snowfall with gusty winds, bringing significant wind chills
Monday: Lingering Cold and Snow
The cold wave and snowfall will continue into Monday. Some drier air may lead to lighter snow, but accumulating snowfall is expected. Highs will struggle to reach the mid-20s across Greater Boston.
Weather Alerts and Safety Considerations
- Extreme Cold Watch: Issued for Western Massachusetts, Vermont, and parts of New Hampshire and Maine.
- Dangerous wind chills: Expected to drop as low as 40 degrees below zero in Northern New England.
- Frostbite Risk: Exposed skin can be vulnerable to frostbite in under 30 minutes.
Residents are advised to bundle up and monitor local forecasts while preparing for hazardous winter conditions throughout the weekend. As the Arctic blast sets in, staying informed and cautious is key to safety in this brutal cold.
