New England is experiencing one of its snowiest winters in recent memory, with seasonal totals across the region running well above historical averages as late February storm systems continue to add to already substantial snowpack.
According to data from the National Weather Service Eastern Region, widespread snowfall surpluses stretch from Maine to Connecticut, with some communities recording more than double their typical seasonal accumulation. For a region accustomed to harsh winters, this season has proven exceptional even by local standards.
Record-Breaking Totals
The numbers tell a striking story. In New Hampshire, Mount Washington leads the region with 188.2 inches of snow this season, already exceeding its seasonal norm with weeks of winter remaining. Manchester has recorded 57.3 inches, while Concord stands at 48.5 inches, both tracking near or above average.
Massachusetts has seen even more dramatic surpluses. Boston has received 60.4 inches, well above its seasonal average, while Worcester has surpassed 75 inches. The recent nor’easter that slammed the region brought blizzard conditions to much of southern New England, with New Bedford reporting more than 30 inches and TF Green Airport in Warwick breaking a record set back in 1978.
In Rhode Island, Warwick has measured 67.8 inches, more than double its typical pace for this point in the season. Maine cities show similar patterns, with Portland at 50.9 inches, Bangor approaching 60 inches, and Caribou recording 68.1 inches.
The Blizzard of February 2026
The most recent major storm, which raged through late February, brought the first blizzard warning to Massachusetts since January 2022. For the first time in nine years, New York City also found itself under a blizzard warning as the storm system intensified over the Atlantic.
The storm’s impact extended beyond impressive snowfall totals. Strong wind gusts combined with heavy, wet snow left hundreds of thousands without power across the region. Roads became impassable across the South Coast and Cape Cod, with Eastham Police reporting 100% of the town lost electricity at the storm’s peak. Schools across Massachusetts announced multi-day closures as cleanup efforts began.
New Hampshire’s Perspective
For Granite State residents, this winter has delivered a mix of familiar challenges and unusual patterns. While northern New Hampshire has seen consistent heavy snow typical of the region, southern areas have experienced more volatile conditions, alternating between major storms and periods of relative quiet.
The persistent storm track that has favored western New York and northern New England has meant that areas along the Connecticut River Valley and points west have seen some of the highest totals in the state. Ski areas have welcomed the abundant natural snow, while municipal budgets strain under the cost of repeated plowing operations.
Looking Ahead
With March approaching, New Englanders know that significant snow remains possible, particularly for northern areas. The region typically sees its last measurable snowfall in April, and occasional May snow is not unheard of in the mountains.
For now, snowplow operators, utility crews, and winter maintenance teams continue working through the backlog of storms. The coming weeks will determine whether this winter enters the record books as one of the snowiest on record, or merely a notably harsh season in a region that prides itself on resilience in the face of winter’s worst.