Boston is bracing for a combination of rain and snow through this weekend into Monday, with experts forecasting slippery conditions and potential for significant snowfall in some areas. According to the National Weather Service, today will see rain primarily in the morning, followed by potential drizzle. As the mercury holds steady at 41 degrees, winds from the east northeast are expected to blow at a pedestrian 7 to 9 mph, while the chance of precipitation is pegged at a soaking 100%.
Tonight, Boston residents can expect more drizzle and patchy fog as temperatures dip to a low around 34. The weekend won't offer much respite, with drizzle and fog persisting through Saturday morning and a high of 39 degrees. "Sunday: Rain, mainly after 2pm" the Weather Service states, highlighting an 80% chance of precipitation before the nor'easter turns from rain to snow Sunday night.
A closely-watched weekend storm is anticipated to bring not only a mix of weather conditions but also high winds, especially along the coastline. NBC Boston reports, "There's cold around, but the deep chill will wait until late Sunday night to spill in." This shift is forecasted to deliver transformation across southern New England, flipping the script from rain to snow.
The greatest potential for heavy snow – estimates suggesting around 6 inches – poses a threat to central Massachusetts and extends northwest beyond Interstate 495 into southern New Hampshire. For those closer to Boston, a 60% chance of 2 to 4 inches looms. NBC Boston further warns of "tricky travel into the morning commute on Monday as temperatures plummet and the wind picks up." Gusts could reportedly reach 45 miles per hour in the Cape Cod area on Monday, giving locals enough reason to brace for more than just the cold.
Ahead of the storm, Bostonians are advised to stay informed. "Keep your eyes peeled for updates in the coming days," NBC Boston advises. As flurries and frost potentially disrupt routines, up-to-date knowledge of the changing weather could be the key to safe travel and preparedness in the face of the storm's full, unpredictable impact.
