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Strong Wind in Southern Berkshire, Massachusetts
Strong Wind March 16, 2026 – March 17, 2026 · Southern Berkshire, Massachusetts
The wider storm
A strong low pressure system brought a period of strong winds, along with rain, to western Massachusetts on March 16-17, 2026. Winds started in the southerly direction before switching to the west behind the cold front. Widespread wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph were observed with localized gusts to around 55 mph. Approximately 300 customers lost power across Berkshire County.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1325312. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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