Boston residents should prepare for a notably wet weekend followed by a promising start to the upcoming week. According to the National Weather Service, today's weather in Boston will feature showers, mainly after 2 p.m., with the possibility of thunderstorms later in the evening. With a high near 56 degrees and northeast winds blowing 9 to 13 mph, the chance of precipitation is high at 80%, potentially resulting in new precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
This evening, the region is expected to persistently endure showers and may be a thunderstorm, with additional rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch. A mainly wet pattern is firmly in place, as every storm track seems to be converging on New England, causing timing issues with models and giving what NBC Boston termed "head fakes" that suggest possible breaks in the rain which turn out elusive.
On Saturday, showers and potentially a thunderstorm are likely before 9 a.m., though the skies are expected to gradually clear later in the day. Temperatures will peak near 62 with a westward wind blowing 9 to 15 mph, with a 60% chance of precipitation. Bostonians can look forward to a mostly clear Saturday night with a low around 51.
The forecast for Sunday promises a brighter outlook with sunny conditions and a high near 67. Northwest winds will blow 9 to 11 mph, offering a pleasant day for outdoor activities. Continuing the trend, Monday will see sunny skies, a light southwest wind, and a high flirting with the mid-70s. However, the possibility to return once more to wet weather is on the horizon, with Wednesday night seeing a 30% chance of showers, increasing slightly on Thursday.
For those planning their weekend around the weather, Sunday seems to be the clear winner, basking in the sunlight with warm temperatures ideal for celebrating Mother's Day. NBC Boston anticipates highs will "leap back to 70 with a steady breeze from the northwest," providing relief after the persistent showers. The weather will remain favorable through Tuesday, after which Boston may again see showers entering the picture midweek.
