Bostonians should brace for a variety of weather patterns in the coming week, with shifts from cloudy skies to full sunshine, and an expected cocktail of rain and snow by the weekend. According to the latest forecast, Boston is set to experience mostly cloudy conditions today before it becomes gradually sunny, with temperatures cresting at a comfortable 43 degrees. With winds maintaining a gentle pace between 6 and 8 mph from the west northwest, it's a classic Northeastern winter day.
Tonight, the city will see clouds on the increase, dropping temperatures to the freezing point of around 30 degrees. Residents might need to crank the heat up a notch as the light west wind blows at 6 mph. Thursday's outlook seems to be a repeat performance, with cloudy skies giving way to clear ones and temperatures peaking once again near 43 degrees. It might be wise to hold on tightly to your hats since gusts are expected to reach upwards of 29 mph Thursday night, as temperatures plummet to a brisk 20 degrees.
Those looking for respite from the cold may have to wait, as Friday's forecast promises a sunny but chilly day with a high near 35 degrees. The wind continues to sweep through the city from the west northwest at a speed of 8 to 13 mph. Moving into Friday night, expect the skies to be transiently clouded, as the low settles around 23 degrees, according to Weather.gov.
Over the weekend, Boston weather takes a turn as forecasters predict mostly cloudy conditions on Saturday with a high near 37. But it's Saturday night when residents should prepare to potentially shovel, as rain and snow are likely to make an appearance, bringing the low to around 31 degrees. Sunday continues with the same rain and snow mix, and conditions will become windy and chillier, with highs hovering near 38. The chance of snow remains into Sunday night as the mercury is set to dip to around 25.
The beginning of next week offers a break from the precipitation, with Monday expected to be mostly sunny and a return to highs near 38 degrees. The calm might not last, however, with Tuesday hinting at more rain and clouds, capping temperatures at around 43 degrees. For those setting off to work or planning outdoor activities next week, keep an eye on the forecast and be ready for Mother Nature's next move in the ever-changing winter weather of Boston.
