Bostonians experienced fluctuating weather this weekend, with a brief period of spring-like conditions followed by a return to winter's chill, according to NBC Boston. Saturday saw temperatures reaching the mid-50s, suggesting the possibility of warmer days ahead. NBC Boston projected "a few spotty showers here and there during the morning into the afternoon." With winds shifting to the west, cold air was expected to settle in overnight, bringing winter temperatures by Sunday.
Indeed, forecasters at the National Weather Service described a steep drop in temperatures as "a slight chance of showers before 11am, then a chance of showers after 3pm" gave way to a cold burst. The NWS indicated that by Sunday, highs would only climb into the upper 20s and lower 30s—contrasting sharply with Saturday's spring-like warmth. Their weather outlook, highlighted the gusty conditions with potential gusts reaching as high as 29 mph.
The transition was characterized by falling temperatures and clear skies. The NWS noted that Sunday would be sunny, with mostly clear conditions continuing into the night. This pattern was expected to extend into Monday, which was forecasted to be sunny with high temperatures just above freezing.
The cold snap, however, was forecasted to be fleeting. Warmth was anticipated to creep back into the city with "partly sunny" skies by Tuesday and temperatures ascending into the mid 40s. According to the NWS, the upward trend was expected to continue, with Wednesday bringing temperatures in the mid to upper 50s and the possibility of scattered showers, signaling the approach of a low-pressure system.
By Wednesday night, the National Weather Service predicted a heavy downpour, with rain expected primarily after 8 a.m. and a 100% chance of precipitation. The rain was anticipated to continue into early Thursday, though the likelihood would decrease to 50%. After the rain clears, Boston was expected to experience mostly sunny conditions for the rest of the week, with highs reaching a cooler but comfortable 43°F.
