Bostonians and New Englanders alike can expect a classic start to their Fourth of July week, with forecasts calling for sunny skies and rising temperatures. After a Monday high near 81 degrees and calm winds in the bustling city of Boston, the sun will continue to shine, with increasing clouds at night and a low around 71 degrees, as mentioned by the National Weather Service.
The heat is expected to intensify by Tuesday, with predictions of a high near 89 degrees and potential for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. The humidity, also on the rise will bring dewpoints into the uncomfortable 70s, creating, the kind of sticky day that makes you long for the coolness of oceanside breezes.
Yet, it's not only the heat that New Englanders should be wary of this Tuesday. According to NBC Boston, "The bigger story Tuesday is the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms by late afternoon into the evening." The forecast includes concerns for gusty winds, heavy downpours and even an isolated hail or tornado risk that isn’t completely ruled out.
Relief from the swelter seems near, as after the tempest, a more seasonable pattern is set to descend with highs in the 80s and lower humidity levels beginning Wednesday, carrying through to Independence Day. While Thursday might bring a few stray showers or thunderstorms, nothing disruptive is predicted to hang over the holiday celebrations.
The city is set for a sunny Independence Day, with a cheer-inducing high near 80 degrees. Friday night will bring clear skies as temperatures drop to a low around 63. The weekend continues the trend, with most days featuring mostly sunny conditions and agreeable temperatures that should ensure a comfortable extension to the holiday festivities.
