BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS — A newly released Northeast snow map shows a strengthening winter storm spreading snow across Southern New England this evening, continuing through much of Saturday, and tapering off predawn Sunday for most areas. The highest impacts are expected across eastern Massachusetts, where snowfall totals of 5–9 inches are possible, along with very cold temperatures, gusty winds, and periods of low visibility that could significantly disrupt travel and weekend plans.
While inland areas will see lighter totals, coastal regions — especially near Cape Cod — may experience lingering ocean-effect snow into Sunday morning, extending hazardous conditions even after snowfall ends elsewhere.
Snow Timing Across Southern New England
Snow is expected to overspread Southern New England this evening, moving from west to east and becoming steady overnight. Many locations across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and eastern Connecticut are forecast to see snow continue through most of Saturday, with the most persistent snowfall concentrated farther east.
For inland areas, snowfall is projected to taper off late Saturday night into early Sunday morning. However, along the immediate coast — particularly Cape Cod and coastal eastern Massachusetts — ocean-enhanced snow bands may persist longer, potentially continuing into Sunday morning before fully ending…