The cold snap hasn’t fully hit wallets yet — but it will soon, according to National Grid and WSTM.
The utility warns that weeks of below-average temperatures mean higher energy use that won’t show up until March bills. Spokespeople say billing lag masks the impact, even as customers crank up heat during the coldest stretch of winter.
National Grid says the spike will stack on top of recently approved delivery-rate hikes, creating a “perfect storm” of cold weather, high usage, and volatile energy prices. Delivery charges already make up about two-thirds of a typical bill.
The company urges customers to seal air leaks, manage thermostats, and use sunlight for warmth to cut costs.
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