Severe Cold Weather Alert 12/4 - 12/9

Published on December 04, 2025

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A severe cold weather alert is in effect December 4, at 3 pm until Tuesday, December 9 at noon. Over the next 4 days, temperatures will average 10 to 20°F degrees below normal for early December. Temperatures will be very cold for this early in the season tonight, with lows in the single digits and wind chills close to zero across most of the state, away from the immediate coast. Temperatures will fluctuate this weekend; however, they will remain well below normal with highs in the 30s and overnight lows near 20°F. Very cold air is forecast to return on Monday with highs in the mid-20s and lows again in the single digits. Some relief is expected on Tuesday with highs back into the 30s.  

If you are at risk from the cold, please feel free to call 860-645-5500 for help.

Individuals who are unhoused and in need of assistance should contact 2-1-1 or MACC Charities.

Town buildings are available during regular hours for anyone needing respite.

Available Warming Centers:

  • Manchester Police Department Lobby - 24/7
  • Weiss Center (479 Main St.)| Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8AM – 4:30PM, Tuesdays 8:00AM - 7PM, Fridays 8:00AM - 1:00PM
  • Senior Center (549 Middle Turnpike E.) | Open Monday thru Friday 8AM – 4:30PM
  • Mary Cheney Library (586 Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 9AM - 9PM, Friday & Saturday 9AM-5PM
  • Whiton Branch Library (100 N. Main St.) | Open Monday thru Thursday 10AM - 8:30PM, Friday 9AM- 5PM

 

Winter Information Guide

For important information regarding snow removal, parking bans, potholes, clearing sidewalks, storm drains, and fire hydrants, etc., view the Public Works Winter Information Guide 

Cold Weather Resources

For resources and contact information for those who are at risk from the cold or un-housed and in need of assistance please visit: Cold Weather Resources Information

Prevent Your Pipes & Meters from Freezing

For guidance on keeping your pipes and meters safe during winter storms and cold months, please visit: Frozen Pipes & Meters Prevention 

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