Boston is gearing up for a mix of rain and sunshine over the next few days, with a chance of thunderstorms thrown into the mix. According to the National Weather Service, today we might see showers mainly in the morning, and conditions could include patchy fog before clearing up sometime around 2pm. The weekend outlook, which just a few days ago suggested a soggy couple of days, now holds a more optimistic forecast, with "abundant sun and summery temperatures" on Saturday.
The city can expect some shaky weather Thursday, which is deemed the wettest day of the week, "showers will cross from time to time on Thursday morning, followed by a pause later this afternoon," as reported by NBC Boston. During this pause western New England might witness big storms, some possibly severe, and although these storms are set to weaken as they approach more stable air in the east residents should still be alert for the potential rumble of thunder this evening.
Friday morning might start with fog but will likely clear up giving way to a sunnier afternoon with a high near 79 degrees, yet there's still a 30% chance of showers. Thunderstorms might pop up due to unstable air conditions, "storms could fire in any spot," says NBC Boston, suggesting that some of these could pack a punch. Locals should be prepared for quick changes in the weather and remain vigilant throughout the day.
For those planning weekend activities, Saturday is the day to mark, with a mere 20% chance of showers after 2 pm and a forecast of sunny skies and a comfortable high near 80 degrees, the day promises to be the jewel of the week however, IF any showers pop in the afternoon, they’d be brief and very isolated. Sunday offers slightly less certainty, the probability of afternoon showers increases to 40%, though temperatures remain pleasant with highs forecasted in the mid to upper 70s.
Looking ahead to next week, the blend of sun and clouds continues with "mostly sunny" days on Monday and Tuesday, and highs hovering in the mid to upper 70s. Nightfall brings partly cloudy skies with temperatures resting comfortably in the high 50s to low 60s. By Wednesday, Boston should see the mercury rise a bit with a high near 82 degrees ushering in what can perhaps be a predominantly sunlit week ahead.
