Massachusetts experienced a substantial snowfall over the weekend, with measurements revealing some communities received as much as 13 inches from Friday into Saturday. Weather conditions improved by Saturday afternoon, although various areas reported significant accumulation.
According to the National Weather Service, Salisbury topped the snow totals with 13.0 inches. Other notable totals included:
– **11 inches or more**:
– Manchester: 11.7 inches
– Beverly: 11.5 inches
– Marblehead: 11.5 inches
– **10 inches or more**:
– Danvers: 10.8 inches
– Gloucester: 10.0 inches
– **9 inches or more**:
– Peabody: 9.5 inches
The snowfall continued to impact travel and daily activities across the state, but many communities embraced the winter weather, making it an opportunity for outdoor activities like sledding and snowman building.
Additional totals reported showed various regions of Massachusetts receiving impressive amounts of snow: Marlborough had 6.8 inches, while Dudley and Saugus both reported 6.5 inches. Other areas with notable snowfall included Charlton and Lynn at 5.8 inches and Worcester at 4.9 inches.
As residents cleaned up and adjusted to the winter weather, the snowfall has provided a picturesque winter landscape and a reminder of the changing seasons. Although challenging at times, the snowfall can also bring communities together, fostering enjoyment and appreciation for the beauty of winter.