The 128th Boston Marathon kicked off with idyllic running weather, delivering clear skies and mild temperatures for the thousands pounding the pavement. Today, runners and spectators alike basked in sunny respite, with a high cresting near 63 degrees, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Marathon Monday's excellent conditions are expected to hold through Tuesday, offering a repeat performance of the pleasant weather. "The afternoon will be a tad warmer than ideal for runners, but gorgeous for spectators — highs in the mid-60s with sunny skies," according to NBC Boston. Despite a near-perfect start, spectators should soak up the sun while they can.
The weather narrative takes a turn midweek, with clouds gathering overhead and hints of rain creeping into forecasts. While tomorrow night promises clear skies with a low around 42 degrees, National Weather Service forecasts see a shift starting Wednesday, with mostly sunny conditions but a high of only around 56.
Thursday spells the likely return of rain, with a chance of showers and a partly sunny day aspiring but only reaching a high near 52. "No day looks to be a washout, but cloudy skies will hold on at the end of the week," NBC Boston mentions, indicating a persistence of gray rather than the clear azure of marathon morning.
Looking ahead to the weekend, temperature is expected to tantalize with a temporary climb back into the 60s, though intermittently dampened by the potential of rain showers. While the normal high for this period is around 56 degrees in Boston, the city will experience a mix, with some days diving below and others reaching slightly above this seasonal average.
