
Boston, brace yourself for a snowy day ahead. According to forecasts, a winter storm is expected to hit southern New England this afternoon and continue into early tomorrow morning. The National Weather Service predicts 'a chance of rain between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., followed by snow, possibly mixed with rain,' with a high near 41 degrees. However, don’t let the mild temperatures fool you; the snowfall is expected to accumulate quickly, with 4-8 inches expected across the city. Some areas surrounding Boston and central Massachusetts may even see totals closer to 10 inches, the National Weather Service warned.
As the first flakes start to settle, so will the realization that this weather event is no slight flurry. A winter storm warning is firmly in place, cautioning locals about the impending conditions. "The snow could be heavy at times," and the likelihood of precipitation tonight is pegged at 100%, the National Weather Service notes. Roads are expected to quickly become hazardous, which means those planning any travel should rethink their movements. Drivers should anticipate slippery conditions, especially as snow continues to fall steadily into the night.
Come tomorrow, we can say goodbye to the snow but hello to an Arctic chill. The aftermath of the storm will bring some of the coldest air of the season. By tomorrow evening, temperatures are expected to plummet into the single digits, with a "slight chance of snow showers after 1pm" and a high near 25, but with wind chill values as low as zero. This bone-chilling forecast is courtesy of the National Weather Service, so don’t shoot the messenger.
Looking ahead, it seems Bostonians must to bundle up for a few more days of frigid weather. Following the storm, temperatures are set to struggle, barely reaching the teens and dropping to overnight lows near or below zero. Wind chills are expected to hover between -5 and -15 degrees, so risks of frostbite will increase. Keep an eye out for the "bitter cold feels-like temperature," reported by NBC Boston. For those stepping outside in the following days, it's essential to prepare for slick roads and icy conditions on those stretches yet to be treated.