Bostonians will need to keep their umbrellas at hand as forecasters predict a soggy weekend ahead, leading to a week that will have residents dodging raindrops. According to the National Weather Service, rain showers are expected to roll in after 2 p.m. today and persist throughout the night, with new precipitation amounts reaching up to three quarters of an inch by morning.
The unwelcome weekend guest, rain, is not just a minor inconvenience, for it plays a crucial role in maintaining the region's water balance. As NBC Boston notes, this downpour is "critical reserves for the warmer months ahead," especially since the lack of late-season snow runoff has left the area dependent on rainfall to replenish groundwater levels. The weather service confirms the chance of precipitation stands at a solid 100% tonight, signaling a wet start to the month of March.
Residents can expect the dreariness to hang around with mostly cloudy skies and additional chances for rain predicted almost daily through Friday. Tomorrow should provide a brief respite with highs in the mid-50s and partial clearing in some areas. But beginning Monday, the pattern shifts back, bringing a slight chance of rain in the afternoon.
Looking further ahead, the work week will not offer much relief as the potential for precipitation continues through Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures hovering in the mid-50s. The National Weather Service anticipates rain likely on Tuesday, while a chance of rain before 10 p.m. persists into Tuesday night, with southwest winds adding a brisk touch to the dampened spirits of the city.
Bostonians, however, can cling to a sliver of hope, as there's a "SOLID opportunity for some towns & cities to touch 60 far from the coast," according to NBC Boston. Unfortunately, coastal areas will not be as lucky, with temperatures likely to stay cooler due to the ocean's influence. As folks in Boston gear up for a wet week, they're reminded to make the best of the weekend and to stay safe in the potentially slippery conditions.
