How much snow are we getting in Boston? NBC Boston [Video]

Clouds are closing in Wednesday as we watch an “Alberta Clipper” storm system come through tonight and Thursday.

These types of weather system originate over Alberta, Canada in the lee of the Canadian Rockies. They move quickly (like a clipper ship) and typically deliver a blast of very cold air. Climate change has rendered these systems endangered species in the weather world, but this rare treat promises to get your attention.

First up, it’s much too “mild” to deem this an all-snow event. However, where we’re cold enough in western/central Massachusetts, northern Massachusetts, and southern New Hampshire, we could see some small accumulation. We’ll get the ball rolling tonight after 8 with the first drops and flakes.

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Winter weather advisories are already in place for parts of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont, and a winter storm warning is in effect for Bennington County in Vermont. See all of …