Long Snowstorm To Hit Natick: Timing, Snow Totals

NATICK, MA — A long-duration snow event will move into this region Thursday afternoon, potentially leaving up to 8 inches of snow in Natick.

You may see flurries Thursday morning, but the real snow won't begin until after 2 p.m. The snow will fall through Friday evening, according to the National Weather Service.

In a change from other recent snow events, this storm will bring more snow to areas closer to the Atlantic Ocean. Almost the entire state west of the I-495 may pick up between 4 and 6 inches — except for the Quabbin Reservoir area, which may only see 3 to 4 inches.

In general, areas south of the Mass Pike and east of I-95 could pick up 6 to 8 inches, according to the forecast. But there are some nuances in the forecast. Areas west of Route 27 may see lower totals closer to 6 inches, but parts of Natick south of Route 9 are could see totals closer to 8 inches.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for all of Southern New England. A more severe winter storm warning has not been issued due to how long the storm will last.

"Travel could be difficult at times as roads become snow covered," the advisory says. "The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute."