A tropical system that once churned as Hurricane Isaias is making one final push northward, and New Hampshire residents should be aware of what to expect before Monday morning arrives. Here’s a breakdown of the timing, rainfall totals, and what the week ahead looks like for the Granite State.
For most of Sunday, skies over New Hampshire will remain relatively quiet. A bit of light rain may drift into southern portions of the state during the day, but the bulk of Sunday is expected to stay dry across most of the region.
Rain Arrives After Dark Sunday
The more significant weather change comes after sunset Sunday, when the remnants of Hurricane Isaias push into southern New Hampshire. Steadier showers will develop through the evening, with a few heavier downpours possible overnight. Areas north of the Lakes Region may largely escape the rain through much of the night, staying drier than communities to the south.
Rainfall totals for most locations are expected to fall between a tenth and a quarter inch. However, communities near the Massachusetts border could see localized totals approaching a half inch.
Residents can check current conditions and track the system using the WMUR weather radar and monitor road conditions via the traffic page.
Columbus Day Clears Up
By daybreak Monday, the rain is expected to taper off as the system pulls away from the region. Skies will gradually clear from west to east through the morning. Columbus Day is shaping up to be a pleasant one overall, with drier and milder conditions returning for the afternoon and evening — good news for anyone planning to head outside to enjoy the fall foliage. Leaf peepers from across the country have already been making their way to New Hampshire this season to take in the vibrant colors.
More Wet Weather Possible Tuesday
The dry stretch won’t last long. Scattered showers are expected to return Tuesday, with rain chances continuing through much of the day. Northern areas of the state will see the highest likelihood of precipitation. In the higher terrain of the White Mountains, wet snowflakes are possible as temperatures dip with the system.
For the latest forecast updates and weather information from WMUR meteorologist Marissa Vigevani, residents can sign up for email alerts or download the WMUR apps to stay informed on changing conditions throughout the week.