New Hampshire Brace Yourselves: A Chilly Shift and Soaking Rains Are On The Way!

Good morning, New Hampshire! If you've been enjoying the lingering warmth of autumn, prepare for an abrupt change as our state gears up for a dramatic weather shift this Friday, October 18, 2025. Today promises to deliver a full dose of classic New England autumn weather, with a powerful cold front sweeping in to redefine our week.

We're waking up to a distinctly crisper air mass across the Granite State.

Temperatures are currently hovering in the low to mid-40s, a clear indication that summer's last gasps are firmly behind us. As the morning progresses, expect the skies to become increasingly overcast, especially as you head south, painting a rather gray canvas overhead.

The main event arrives this afternoon: a significant rain system is poised to move in from the west, steadily spreading its wet embrace across the entire state.

Anticipate widespread showers by mid-afternoon, which will intensify and become much heavier as we transition into the evening hours. For those in the southeastern parts of New Hampshire, keep an ear out for the possibility of some rumbles of thunder mixed in with the downpour, adding a little extra drama to the atmospheric performance.

Temperature-wise, today will feel noticeably cooler than recent days.

Highs will struggle to climb much beyond the mid-50s, so layering up is definitely the smart play. But it’s not just the rain and cooler air you’ll be contending with; winds are also set to become a significant factor. Gusts from the southwest, reaching between 15 to 25 mph, will make that mid-50s temperature feel even chillier, perhaps knocking a few degrees off the 'feels like' factor.

Don't forget that umbrella – and maybe even a hat to keep those gusts at bay!

Looking beyond today, the weekend forecast continues the blustery theme. Saturday will be notably colder behind the departing front, with scattered rain showers potentially lingering into the early morning before gradually diminishing.

Sunday, however, offers a glimmer of hope, promising much-needed clearer skies and a break from the unsettled conditions, although temperatures will remain on the cooler side for prime autumn activities. Stay warm, stay dry, and stay safe, New Hampshire!