Boston braces for its most significant snowstorm in years, with forecasts pointing to a demanding weekend for New Englanders. The National Weather Service reports mostly sunny conditions today, but escalating winds this evening will drive temperatures down, with wind chills plunging below zero by tomorrow morning.
Despite the cold, Saturday daytime will see some respite from the harsh winds before the looming storm emerges from the depths of the Deep South. New England is already under a range of weather alerts, from extreme cold warnings to winter storm watches and cold weather advisories. By the hand of a fierce winter, Boston will experience its "biggest snowstorm in nearly four years," as snow should commence by Sunday mid-morning, with intensification expected in the afternoon. According to NBC Boston, post 4/5 p.m., travel is ill-advised on Sunday as the area is forecasted to amass "70-80% of our snowfall from the storm."
The intricacies of this storm are not lost on the weather's battleground: a coastal front establishing a stark contrast between arctic and marginally cold air will dictate whether Boston receives "heaviest snowfall (16-20")" or the "somewhat lower amounts (10-16")" closer to the coast, as noted by NBC Boston. This transition zone is crucial, not just for volume but for the quality of snow, opting between fluffy and more compressed textures.
As Sunday wears on into night, temperance may overtake the storm's ferocity; however, a resurgence is set to return with lighter, steadier snow into Monday. The duration and location of snowfall into Monday night remain a point of uncertainty, which could be pivotal for additional snow accumulation. While the scenario unspools, the citizens of Boston are encouraged to stay updated with the latest weather advisories. And in the midst of the tempest, NBC Boston does not let the spirit of the city waver, signing off with a community rallying cry: "Be safe this weekend and GO PATS!!!!!!"
