Storm Update: NWS Dials Back Forecast For Hingham

HINGHAM, MA — This week's storm is going to be one of the biggest of the season, according to the National Weather Service

The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Hingham, effective from March 14, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. The High Wind Warning has been issued for 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

A Coastal Flood Watch is also in effect from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday. A 2-3-foot storm surge is possible during the afternoon high tide cycle. Widespread minor flooding is possible along with pockets of moderate coastal flooding.

The area is projected to get 6-8 inches of snow. Forecasters expect snow to move in across the regional between 5-7 a.m. Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through Tuesday afternoon. There is some uncertainty with the chance of snow turning into rain or sleet during the evening, the NWS said.

During this period, many roads will be impassable and strong winds may lead to blowing and drifting snow, reduced visibility, and power outages. Near white-out conditions will be possible.

Winds of 20-35 mph with gusts of 55 mph are expected, the NWS said.

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