Boston, Massachusetts — After a powerful two-day storm buried the region, attention is shifting to another potential winter system this weekend as Arctic cold tightens its grip across New England. With temperatures staying below freezing through the end of the week, existing snowpack is expected to remain firmly in place, setting the stage for additional impacts if a coastal storm develops.
Boston’s Logan Airport officially logged 23.2 inches of snow from Sunday through Monday, and forecasters say melting will be minimal in the days ahead.
Prolonged cold keeps snow locked in place
Temperatures are forecast to stay below freezing through at least the weekend, with daytime highs in the low 20s through Thursday. Winds blowing over deep snow will make it feel even colder, especially during the morning and evening hours.
By Friday, a fresh surge of Arctic air is expected to arrive, pushing highs down into the teens. Gusty west winds could drive wind chills to near 20 degrees below zero in some neighborhoods, creating dangerous exposure conditions.
Saturday morning could be the coldest stretch
Forecasters are highlighting Saturday morning as the coldest period of the week. Temperatures in Boston could dip to around 1 degree, with wind chills plunging well below zero.
Residents are urged to take precautions, including:
- Bringing pets indoors
- Protecting exposed pipes
- Checking on elderly neighbors
- Limiting prolonged outdoor exposure
Coastal storm could target southern New England
While the cold is a certainty, snow chances depend on the track of a developing coastal storm expected to approach late Saturday into Sunday. Forecast models suggest the system could strengthen offshore, bringing snow and gusty winds to parts of southern New England.
The storm’s exact path will determine how much snow falls and how far inland impacts reach, forecasters said.
If the system tracks closer to the coast, Greater Boston and surrounding areas would likely see accumulating snow and stronger winds. A farther east track would sharply reduce impacts, especially inland.
Snow increasingly likely for Greater Boston
At this point, forecasters say some snowfall in the Greater Boston area appears increasingly likely, though totals remain uncertain. Unlike earlier systems, this storm would also bring more noticeable wind, which could reduce visibility and cause blowing snow in exposed areas.
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What to watch next
Forecast confidence is expected to improve as the weekend approaches. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates closely, especially those with travel plans on Sunday.
With deep snow already on the ground, extreme cold in place, and another storm possible, winter conditions across New England remain far from finished.
Do you think this weekend’s system will deliver another round of significant snow, or will it stay just offshore? Share your thoughts in the comments.
