Residents of New England should brace for a significant weather event this weekend as a potent storm system sweeps through the region. This system, characterized by cold air masses descending from the north, is expected to bring a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, and unusually chilly temperatures, particularly affecting Northern New England.

Weather Details

The storm is anticipated to commence on Friday night and continue into early Saturday afternoon. During this period, temperatures will feel much colder than usual for this time of year, with ‘feels like’ temperatures dropping into the 30s. Actual high temperatures are expected to struggle to reach the upper 40s to low 50s, prompting some residents to consider turning their heating systems back on.

Strong winds are forecasted to sweep across the region, with gusts potentially reaching 45-50 mph, particularly along the Seacoast and Seashore areas. These conditions are expected to subside as the storm moves away swiftly later on Saturday.

Rainfall Predictions

Rainfall amounts are somewhat uncertain, but the heaviest precipitation is likely to occur in Northern New England, where 1-2 inches of rain could fall. Southern New Hampshire may also see significant rainfall, with amounts possibly exceeding half an inch.

Looking Ahead

By Sunday, the weather is expected to improve significantly, with temperatures recovering to near 70 degrees and the return of sunshine. Light breezes will accompany the warmer weather, providing a stark contrast to the stormy conditions of the previous days. The start of the following week may bring occasional pop-up showers, but the overall trend will be towards warmer, more summery weather by late next week.

Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.