Bostonians better keep their umbrellas handy and raincoats at the ready, because a soggy spell is hitting the city. Today's forecast calls for foggy conditions lifting by the morning, leaving behind cloudy skies with a comfortable high of 48 degrees. But don't let the calm winds deceive—the night will bring rain starting around 8 p.m. The chance of precipitation tonight is hitting a high of 90%, according to the National Weather Service.
The wet weather isn't letting up as we head into Thursday. The National Weather Service predicts more rain, primarily before 5 p.m, and gusty northeast winds reaching up to 20 mph. The likelihood of the skies opening up again during the day is about 80%.
As we roll into Thursday night, there's still no sign of clear skies, with a 50% chance of showers lingering and temperatures dropping to a low around 40. Those winds aren’t calming down either, as they're expected to blow from north-northeast with similar gusts as during the day.
Looking forward to Friday, the dreariness persists with a 40% chance of showers and a high crawling up only to near 44 degrees. By the time Saturday rolls around, conditions might start to finally dry out a bit, with a lesser chance of showers before the late afternoon and clouds reluctantly parting ways by nighttime. You can safely plan to leave your rain gear at home by Sunday, which looks to dawn mostly sunny with highs in the low 40s, offering a brief respite before we usher in the new year.
For those celebrating New Year's Day outdoors, the weather seems cooperative with plenty of sunshine and similar temperatures as the preceding days as per National Weather Service. The forecast holds steady with partly cloudy nights and mostly sunny days through Tuesday. If you've been longing for those crisp winter days with bright blue skies, this could be the break you've been waiting for.
