Blizzard Warning Issued for Nantucket Through Tuesday Morning
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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 for Nantucket, MA, as NWS Boston/Norton MA warns of 65 mph wind gusts and blowing snow through 7 AM Tuesday.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Nantucket, Massachusetts
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Boston/Norton MA
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 Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton MA has issued a Blizzard Warning for Nantucket. The warning is currently in effect and will remain active until Tuesday morning.
Affected Areas
This alert specifically impacts Nantucket County in Massachusetts (MAZ024).
What You Should Do
Local authorities advise that 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.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for blizzard conditions including:
- Snow Accumulation: Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.
- Wind: Very strong winds with gusts reaching as high as 65 mph.
- Visibility: Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
- Impacts: Expect slippery road conditions and potential extensive tree damage due to high winds. These hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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