ALT Graphic showing the forecast rain totals for this Nor'easter system. Timing is Friday night through Monday, and totals range between around an inch in far western MA to up to 4-6 inches in eastern MA, including the Cape and Islands. Totals increase from west to east. Prolonged period of rainfall, potentially heavy at times within bands expected. Urban poor drainage street flooding is another concern.

ALT Graphic showing where Storm Warnings are in effect for the southern New England waters, which is all of the MA and RI waters. Seas up to 20 ft offshore are possible, along with winds gusting between 45-60 kt. Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

ALT Graphic showing where a Coastal Flood Watch has been issued for southern New England, which is the east-facing beaches and the Islands of MA. Timing for the greatest impacts is the Friday afternoon though Sunday evening high tide cycles. Beach erosion and minor to perhaps pockets of moderate coastal flooding are expected. Main impacts come from a prolonged period of strong NE winds aligned with several high tide cycles.

ALT Graphic showing where High Wind Warnings and a Wind Advisory are in effect over southern New England. High Wind Warnings are in effect for the eastern MA coast and into RI, plus the south coast of MA. The Wind Advisory stretches westward across central MA, much of CT, and eastern Hampden County. Sustained winds between 30-40 MPH and peak gusts between 45-60 MPH are possible through the timeframe of this nor'easter, generally between 8 AM Friday and 2 AM Sunday.