A winter weather warning is in effect for much of Massachusetts due to ice and snow issues. what to know

The National Weather Service’s Boston office issued a winter weather warning Friday regarding icing issues in parts of Massachusetts.

The advisory is in effect Saturday morning and throughout much of the day in the western, central and northeastern parts of the state.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for local precipitation, which may be hazardous but is not expected to accumulate. Additionally, winter storm watches and warnings indicate a greater chance of accumulation of snow, sleet or ice.

The agency warned travelers to use caution in affected areas this weekend.

Why is there a winter weather advisory in Massachusetts?

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather warning for parts of Massachusetts this weekend due to icing issues in some areas.

The agency said freezing rain and frigid temperatures will cause icing in some areas, but not much is expected — the National Weather Service doesn’t expect more than a tenth of an inch of ice in advisory areas.

“Given the expected increase in traffic during the recent holidays and the tendency for light freezing rain events to cause greater travel impacts, coordination with neighboring offices has prompted the issuance of a Winter Weather Alert, which operates for Saturday 4 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where is the Massachusetts Winter Weather Advisory?

A winter weather warning is in effect for parts of Massachusetts from 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.

Cities included in the consultation include:

This article originally appeared in Telegram & Gazette: Winter weather advisory issued in Massachusetts. what to know