NEW ENGLAND — Even as Meteorological Spring officially begins March 1, winter conditions are far from finished across the region. Forecasters caution that multiple snow and ice chances remain on the table for March, and the first half of the month may feature several impactful systems.
Despite increasing sun angle and longer daylight, New England often sees winter weather linger into April. Current projections reinforce that seasonal reality, with accumulating snow and icing threats developing as early as Tuesday.
Tuesday Into Wednesday: Snow Changing to Sleet and Rain
A fast-moving system late Tuesday morning into the afternoon could deliver a burst of snow across southern New England, potentially creating a slick coating before transitioning to sleet and rain.
Areas of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts appear most likely to see the initial snow. As warmer air moves in aloft, precipitation is expected to mix with sleet and possibly freezing rain during the late afternoon into evening hours…