First snowstorm of the season to hit Southern New England

As we deal with the cold today, let’s prepare for the what’s to come…wintry weather. Today, we get to enjoy beautiful sunshine with cold temperatures, especially this morning’s wind chill in the single digits. This afternoon, the wind dies down, still cold with sunny skies. Another cold night is in store to transition to a mostly cloudy Saturday. Storm is set to move into the region by Saturday night.

The latest ABC 6 Storm Tracker for the snowstorm hitting Southern New England this weekend. (WLNE)

A Winter Storm Watch is already up and will go into effect Saturday afternoon through Sunday night. The potential is for heavy snow, some could see 6-12″ inches, less closer to the coast due to rain/snow mix. Do expect changes as the storm draws closer. There is uncertainty as to the exact track and intensity. Strong gust winds also to impact the region, strongest along southeast Massachusetts and southern Rhode Island. Dry by Monday as we await the next storm Tuesday into Wednesday with heavy rain and damaging wind that could lead to power outages and river/stream flooding.