Boston is bracing for a mix of hot, humid weather and scattered showers as Sunday's temperature climbs into the upper 80s and low 90s. The National Weather Service predicts a 30% chance of precipitation, with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms rolling in after 2pm, accompanied by gusty winds up to 22 mph. As the day progresses, there's a 50% chance of more showers and thunderstorms tonight, with new precipitation potentially reaching up to half an inch.
The sweltering conditions are set to break later in the day as a cold front moves in, ushering in cooler, drier air. The upcoming week will see much more comfortable weather, with Monday's highs around a pleasant 71 degrees and northeast winds of 11 to 14 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Even as Bostonians enjoy this respite, there's a shadow looming on the horizon in the form of Hurricane Erin, a Category 5 storm expected to brush the East Coast.
While Hurricane Erin is anticipated to remain offshore, its proximity to the coast could still disrupt weather patterns in the Boston area. As reported by NBC Boston, the hurricane will bring dangerous rip currents and rough surf for south-facing beaches and has the potential to deliver amplified rain and cloud cover to the region. The effects felt in Boston will hinge on the hurricane’s track, with even small deviations causing significant changes to the local forecast.
The city will see a range of weather over the next few days, with Tuesday night clouding over and a 30% chance of showers on Wednesday morning. By the week's end, however, high pressure is expected to set in, with Friday ushering in sunny skies and a high near 84 degrees. The weekend continues the trend, promising clear conditions and temperatures climbing to the mid-80s, ensuring a pleasant and seasonable stretch.
