Bostonians can expect a cocktail of weather patterns through the Thanksgiving holiday and into next week, including mild temperatures, gusty winds, and a potential early taste of winter with accumulating snow. According to a forecast from the National Weather Service, there's a 40% chance of light rain today, with conditions clearing up by the evening. Travelers can breathe a sigh of relief as the weather shifts in their favor with mostly clear skies and temperate conditions.
After a rainy evening, Thanksgiving Day in Boston will be mostly sunny with a high of around 47°F. Winds may gust up to 28 mph. On Black Friday, gusts could exceed 28 mph, making it feel much colder, even with sunshine.
Staying true to New England's variability, the weekend weather will soften a bit, with a sunny Saturday and a high near 41, according to the same NWS report. This respite will precede a cloudier Sunday, where rain might play spoilsport during the night with a 60% chance of precipitation.
NBC Boston reports that the week ahead will be tricky. Early in the week may bring a brief warmup, but a cold snap is expected midweek as the polar vortex moves over Hudson Bay. Next Tuesday, rain could mix with snow, leading to possible snow accumulation. Later in the week, a developing storm could bring more cold weather and snow.
NBC Boston advises travelers in the Boston area to exercise caution during the holiday, as weather conditions may change. Officials encourage residents to stay prepared and monitor forecasts while traveling.
