As is our lot in Southern New England, sometimes our forecast can feature a multitude of elements within a short amount of time. The next week will be one of these times. Starting with tonight, we have a fast-moving snow making system that will breeze through our area this evening through about midnight. Little to no accumulation is expected, but slippery roads can result in areas that receive even small amounts. Worst case scenario, we get an inch of accumulation tonight. Friday starts off with lows near 20 and cloudiness. We will increase the sunshine through the morning and temperatures will be seasonable, topping out at 37. Saturday will have lots of clouds and rain will develop for the afternoon and last through the night. Saturday’s highs will be well into the upper-40s. Sunday is the day to watch as we track both the development of a coastal storm and the timing of an Arctic blast of the coldest air we have experienced yet this season! Starting off with a mix of sun and clouds, rain is possible for the afternoon as the storm develops off the southeastern coast of the continental US. As it develops, it is expected to roll up the coast towards Southern New England. Sunday evening, cold air begins to infiltrate the area, and any rain  will mix with and over to snow for Sunday night. Sunday overnight into Monday early morning, we have a chance to see some accumulations. Here’s where it gets complicated. So many factors are very much up in the air. Here are the items we are watching: if it begins as snow than rain, the track of the coastal storm has low confidence in its’ track and intensity between models, and the fact that it is several days away. For now, I’d prepare for 2-4 inches, as it is not looking like a major coastal storm, but some accumulations are certainly possible. Believe it or not, this is not the main focus of our weather of the next 7 days! Following the coastal storm, we clear on Monday and temperatures freefall with an Arctic blast pf air courtesy of our old friend the Polar Vortex. We will experience brutally cold temperatures and sub-zero wind chills capable of frostbite and hypothermia. Because it will be a three day event of extreme cold, Monday through Wednesday, homes can be affected as well with frozen pipes. Layer up and check on your people during this time. Weather-wise, at least it will be sunny when the cold is here. Temperatures begin to moderate for Thursday. Categories: News, Weather Forecast