Rain poured down to begin the workweek in New Hampshire, leading to reports of flooding. Rain fell heavily for much of the day Monday, but has mainly ended from south to north across the state. Most areas also saw at least 1.5″ to 3″+ inches of rain, with isolated reports over 5 inches.>> New Hampshire rainfall totals: Dec. 17-18, 2023FLOOD THREATThe flash flood warning has now ended as heavy rain has stopped.>> Watch video: Water rushes over bridge in GorhamA flood warning is still in effect tonight for the northern half of New Hampshire as runoff from today’s rain and snowmelt linger. Localized flood warning along specific area rivers also remain as those water levels are expected to keep rising before beginning to recede overnight. The coastal flood warning is over for coastal Rockingham County.>> National Weather Service alerts and bulletins The river flood warnings are still in effect for the following rivers:Pemigewasset River at Woodstock and PlymouthPiscataquog River near GoffstownSmith River at BristolAndroscoggin River at GorhamSaco River in ConwaySouhegan River at MilfordSuncook River at North ChichesterAmmonoosuc River at Bethlehem >> Download the free WMUR app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play <<GUSTY WINDSWinds gusted above 25-35 mph for most of the state on Monday, with isolated gust reports over 40 and 50 mph.The high wind warning and wind advisory have now ended.>> Peak wind gusts by New Hampshire town from powerful Monday stormMOVING FORWARD Overnight will be much quieter with just a lighter breeze.Tuesday will feature clouds and partial sunshine along with a spot rain or snow shower for some. Cooler temperatures and dry weather persist for the rest of the week.Be weather aware! Download the WMUR app for Apple or Android devices and turn on push notifications. You can choose to receive weather alerts for your geolocation and/or up to three ZIP codes. In addition, you can receive word when precipitation is coming to your area.Follow the Storm Watch 9 team on social media:Mike Haddad: Facebook | XKevin Skarupa: Facebook | XHayley LaPoint: Facebook | XJacqueline Thomas: Facebook | XMatt Hoenig: Facebook | X
Rain poured down to begin the workweek in New Hampshire, leading to reports of flooding.
Rain fell heavily for much of the day Monday, but has mainly ended from south to north across the state.
Most areas also saw at least 1.5″ to 3″+ inches of rain, with isolated reports over 5 inches.
>> New Hampshire rainfall totals: Dec. 17-18, 2023
FLOOD THREAT
The flash flood warning has now ended as heavy rain has stopped.
>> Watch video: Water rushes over bridge in Gorham
A flood warning is still in effect tonight for the northern half of New Hampshire as runoff from today’s rain and snowmelt linger. Localized flood warning along specific area rivers also remain as those water levels are expected to keep rising before beginning to recede overnight. The coastal flood warning is over for coastal Rockingham County.
>> National Weather Service alerts and bulletins
The river flood warnings are still in effect for the following rivers:
- Pemigewasset River at Woodstock and Plymouth
- Piscataquog River near Goffstown
- Smith River at Bristol
- Androscoggin River at Gorham
- Saco River in Conway
- Souhegan River at Milford
- Suncook River at North Chichester
- Ammonoosuc River at Bethlehem
>> Download the free WMUR app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play <<
GUSTY WINDS
Winds gusted above 25-35 mph for most of the state on Monday, with isolated gust reports over 40 and 50 mph.
The high wind warning and wind advisory have now ended.
>> Peak wind gusts by New Hampshire town from powerful Monday storm
MOVING FORWARD
Overnight will be much quieter with just a lighter breeze.
Tuesday will feature clouds and partial sunshine along with a spot rain or snow shower for some.
Cooler temperatures and dry weather persist for the rest of the week.
Be weather aware! Download the WMUR app for Apple or Android devices and turn on push notifications. You can choose to receive weather alerts for your geolocation and/or up to three ZIP codes. In addition, you can receive word when precipitation is coming to your area.
Follow the Storm Watch 9 team on social media: