Boston residents can expect a mixed bag of weather conditions starting today with a chance of showers, and a shift to heavier rainfall tonight and early Saturday. With temperatures today reaching up to 75 degrees, partly sunny skies will be somewhat marred by the possibility of showers, mainly between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., with the chance of precipitation being 30%, as reported by the National Weather Service.
The forecast predicts that later tonight, the likelihood of showers increases to 80%, including the potential for thunderstorms after 4 a.m. which could bring heavy rainfall. Saturday continues the trend with showers, potentially thunderous ones, predicted throughout the day, with an 80% chance of rain and possible new precipitation amounts varying between a half and three quarters of an inch, the National Weather Service details. Sunday offers a brief respite with mostly sunny skies, but still carries a 40% chance of morning showers.
Illustrating the weight of this wet weather, NBC Boston notes that Boston is on the brink of clinching a top spot for one of the wettest Mays on record. While the sky may give way to sun briefly in the afternoon, temperatures are expected to hover in the mid to upper 60s. The period of subdued spring weather, characterized by more showers Saturday night and cooler temperatures, seems to press pause on the eagerly anticipated summer warmth.
However, the outlook for next week looks more promising, as NBC Boston suggests the weather will take a "summer flex," with southwest breezes pushing temperatures into the mid-80s, coupled with a surge in humidity, and plenty of sunshine. This upturn signifies a significant shift from the less than stellar conditions forecasted for the weekend, as Bostonians hold out hope for brighter days ahead.
