[Weather] [2025.12.31 AM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Snowfall Tonight into New Year's Day Morning

[BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account]

Good morning, all:

Here is the latest update for tonight's snowfall.
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*Advisory Expansion:* Cape Cod is now included in the Winter Weather
Advisory. The advisory continues for the Vineyard and Nantucket.
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*Expected Accumulation:* Total snowfall of *2–4 inches* is anticipated in
the advisory area.
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*Peak Timing:* The greatest concern is between *1 AM and 6 AM*, featuring
periods of steady snow.
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*Heavy Bursts:* Snowfall rates could reach *1 inch per hour* across
southern RI and southeast MA, potentially reducing visibility.
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*Road Conditions:* Brief heavy bursts may quickly create *slick and
hazardous travel conditions*.
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*Holiday Impact:* The timing coincides with *New Year’s Eve celebrations*
ending, increasing risks for those traveling late tonight and early
Thursday morning.
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Attached is a map highlighting the expected snowfall amounts. Please let us
know if you have any questions or need additional support as this event
unfolds.
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Happy New Year!
Meteorologist Matthew Belk


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