MA Weather: Winter Storm Could Dump Foot Of Snow Across Region

The first winter snowstorm of the season looks like it will pack a punch. Up to a foot of snow is possible for much of Massachusetts to start next week, forecasters revealed in an updated forecast Friday evening.

A winter storm watch has been called for all but Southeastern Mass. and the Cape and Islands, which are bracing for more of a wintry mix.

The forecast Friday morning called for as much as 6 inches of snow west of I-495 and a rain/snow combination in Eastern Mass. A wintry mix is still expected to blend into many areas that will see snow.

The new forecast begs the question whether some students will have their long weekend extended. Patch will have any school closings as they are announced. Subscribe to your local Patch to be the first find out.

The snow could also pose a problem for travelers heading home from Thanksgiving trips.

Boston-area forecast via NWS

Tonight - Mostly clear, with a low around 22. Northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Saturday - Sunny, with a high near 35. Northwest wind 8 to 10 mph.

Saturday Night - Mostly clear, with a low around 17. Northwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight.

Sunday - Snow, mainly after 1pm. High near 33. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Sunday Night - Snow, possibly mixed with sleet. Low around 29. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow and sleet accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

Monday - Snow, possibly mixed with sleet, becoming all snow after 9am. High near 34. North wind around 11 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow and sleet accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Monday Night - Snow likely, mainly before 11pm. Cloudy, with a low around 27. North wind 9 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tuesday- A chance of snow before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 35. Northwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tuesday Night - Partly cloudy, with a low around 22. West wind around 5 mph.

Wednesday - Partly sunny, with a high near 37. Southwest wind 3 to 5 mph.

Wednesday Night - Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. West wind 3 to 5 mph.

Thursday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Thursday Night - Partly cloudy, with a low around 25. West wind around 6 mph.

Friday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. West wind around 6 mph.