A winter weather alert has been issued for portions of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, while a winter storm warning is in effect for southwestern Maine and New Hampshire. Forecasts indicate snowfall ranging from 10 to 20 centimeters north of the Massachusetts Turnpike, including southern New Hampshire, and 5 to 10 centimeters south of this highway, notably in Boston. The south shore, south coast, and Cape Cod are expected to receive a light coating of snow, while the islands will likely remain snow-free.