Boston is set for a mild meteorological farewell to summer as temperatures are predicted to reach the low 80s on Tuesday, ushering in one of the last warm spells of the season. NBC Boston reports that the patchy dense fog typical of early mornings will give way to sunshine and higher temperatures across the area.
However, concerns over much-needed rainfall remain a topic of conversation. According to NBC Boston, "We’re in record territory with this current dry spell in Boston, so any water is beneficial." Although precipitation is on the horizon, the exact volume and reach are still uncertain, with the heaviest rainfall expected on the Cape & Islands and a few sporadic showers possibly extending to the North Shore and Merrimack Valley.
Looking ahead, the National Weather Service forecasts that the Boston area will experience mostly cloudy skies with calmer winds and a series of chances for showers as the week progresses. The official forecast includes a high near 80 degrees on Wednesday, with a dip in temperature anticipated as onshore flows usher in cooler air and cloud cover, potentially lingering throughout the weekend.
The weather service also notes that nighttime conditions will be conducive to viewing a minor lunar eclipse occurring tonight. Despite the moon only being 8% eclipsed, conditions are expected to be ideal for those interested in catching a glimpse of this celestial event, with the phase of maximum coverage happening at 10:44 pm.
Boston residents and visitors should make the most of the temperate climate while it lasts. As NBC Boston remarks, "Bottom line is that these are the last days of 80+ temperatures." With the wind-down of summer heat, folks are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors before the region settles fully into autumnal weather patterns. As for the night skies, while the eclipse may not be a stunning spectacle, it nonetheless offers an opportunity for stargazers and the public alike to witness an astronomical occurrence.
