The first in a parade of winter storms is headed to New England this Thursday. Snow will kick in around 8 a.m., with coverage and intensity increasing through noon — leading to the heaviest snowfall and the most widespread travel slowdowns mid-morning.

The snow arrives between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Thursday from southwest to northeast. It will only last a few hours in most areas (longer the farther north you live). The majority of the snow accumulation will be over by early afternoon.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Thursday in Massachusetts. See how much snow is expected

Roads are expected to become quickly covered in snow with chilly temperatures in place, making travel challenging for most of the day.

Areas west of I-495 to Pittsfield will see more snow than any other precipitation type. New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine will welcome all snow from this system.