Blizzard Warning Issued for Eastern Hillsborough and Interior Rockingham Counties

Source: NOAA · Southern New Hampshire

This alert is no longer in effect.

NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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A Blizzard Warning is in effect from midnight tonight through Monday evening, with 10 to 15 inches of snow and 45 mph wind gusts expected for parts of New Hampshire.

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Record type
Blizzard Warning
Affected area
Southern New Hampshire
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Gray ME

Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southern New Hampshire.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of southern New Hampshire. This alert is effective starting at midnight tonight and remains in place until 10:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

  • Eastern Hillsborough County
  • Interior Rockingham County

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. In the event that you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. Residents are encouraged to consider delaying all travel and can check the latest road conditions at newengland511.org.

Expected Conditions

  • Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 10 and 15 inches are expected.
  • Wind: Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 45 mph.
  • Visibility: Whiteout conditions are expected with visibilities falling below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
  • Hazards: Strong winds are likely to down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. There is an elevated threat of power outages due to downed trees and power lines.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning begins at 12:00 AM EST on Monday, February 23, and continues through 10:00 PM EST Monday night. The greatest potential for blizzard conditions will exist during the daylight hours on Monday, which will impact both the morning and evening commutes.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
A Blizzard Warning is in effect from midnight tonight through Monday evening, with 10 to 15 inches of snow and 45 mph wind gusts expected for parts of New Hampshire.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Southern New Hampshire. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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