Boston residents can expect a mix of conditions starting with sunny skies today before a significant storm system arrives tomorrow, according to forecasts. The National Weather Service reports that today will be largely sunny with a high near 49 degrees, and a calm wind that will shift to the south in the afternoon. The evening will see a possibility of rain after 3 a.m., with temperatures expected to drop to around 40 degrees before rising overnight.
Tomorrow's weather in Boston will be significantly impacted by a storm system that will bring rain, high winds, and a drop in temperature, as originally detailed by NBC Boston. The system has already caused a range of severe weather events across the country, from floods in the Pacific Northwest to a blizzard in the High Plains. Boston is set to witness strong winds with gusts possibly reaching up to 47 mph, coupled with heavy rainfall. The day's high is nearly touch 59 degrees before temperatures begin to quickly fall during the evening.
As the storm progresses, "winds will crank up, heavy rain will sweep through," as reported by NBC Boston. Between the morning and noon hours, individuals in the Boston area should prepare for peak gusts to potentially hit the 40 to 50 mph range with even stronger winds forecasted for the Cape and Islands. Although the heaviest rainfall is expected to be brief, it will be surrounded by steady precipitation throughout the day.
Following the storm, the weekend weather will offer a respite, with mostly sunny skies anticipated for Saturday and a high near 40 degrees. The winds will calm moderately, though guests are still expected to be present. As early forecasts for Tuesday suggest a chance of rain and snow, alongside mostly cloudy conditions with highs near 37 degrees, those dreaming of a white Christmas may have to wait until after the holiday. NBC Boston does note that while the confidence for snow on Christmas is low, the potential for some snow soon after remains.
