Fri Mar 28 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Spring Snowstorm to Slam New Hampshire This Weekend
**Concord, NH –** A major winter storm is set to blanket New Hampshire with a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain this weekend, bringing dangerous travel conditions and the potential for widespread power outages. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Gray, Maine, has issued a winter storm watch and hazardous weather outlook.
Two separate weather systems will impact the state, beginning Friday night and lasting through Sunday. The heaviest snow, with accumulation rates exceeding one inch per hour at times, is expected Friday night and Saturday morning. Snow totals are forecast to reach 4-6 inches in the north, up to 8 inches in central New Hampshire, and 1-2 inches in southern areas (excluding the Seacoast). Southern parts of the state will also see significant ice accumulation (up to a quarter inch), posing a particular risk to areas around Concord and Jaffrey.
While the Seacoast will largely escape the snow, most of the state will experience a wintry mix throughout the weekend. Freezing rain is expected to be a significant concern, particularly in southern New Hampshire, potentially leading to power outages due to the weight of ice on power lines. The NWS warns of hazardous driving conditions, particularly on bridges and overpasses, throughout the duration of the storm.
The storm will likely obscure views of Saturday’s partial solar eclipse, rendering it largely unobservable across the state. The NWS advises residents to prepare for the severe weather, stay informed of updates, and avoid unnecessary travel.
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