The City of Boston braces itself for a wintry cocktail as a storm system is forecasted to bring snow, ice, and gusty winds this weekend following an already blustery Valentine's Day; residents are advised to prepare for hazardous travel conditions and potential power outages due to the inclement weather. The National Weather Service predicts sunshine today with a high around 31 degrees, but wind chills will make it feel like the teens throughout the day despite the apparent warmth of the sun.
As temperatures drop to the low teens tonight, the region is not only wrestling with biting cold but also with persistent northwest winds clocking 15 to 20 mph, shifting later to a lighter 9 to 14 mph, coupled with hefty gusts potentially reaching 45 mph, as per the weather forecast. Tomorrow will witness mostly cloudy skies and a chance of snow entering the scene after 5 p.m., while Sunday asserts itself with a treacherous mix of snow, freezing rain, and sleet before transitioning to plain rain as the day progresses. A transition to ice is expected to come swiftly in the early morning hours of Sunday and carry into Sunday afternoon away from the coast, according to NBC Boston's report.
With a wind advisory in effect until 4 p.m. today, gusts forecasted between 40 and 50 mph, with isolated spikes upwards of 55 mph over higher elevations, are a major concern. The gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects and potentially snap tree limbs, leading to power failures. The advisory, which describes gusty winds as strong deterrents for drivers—especially those in high-profile vehicles—is taken from the National Weather Service's urgent weather message.
Looking beyond the weekend, the tempest is anticipated to ebb by Sunday evening, yet winds are forecasted to ascend once more, with some gusts potentially surpassing 50 mph on Monday, canalizing us towards a sunny but brisk Washington's Birthday with gusts as high as 37 mph. The aftermath of this weekend's bustling weather patterns signals a transition back to calmer yet cold conditions, with a mostly sunny Tuesday and a high near 24, as stated by the weather forecast.
