Boston will experience cold, sunny weather today, with highs near 26°F and a light afternoon breeze. According to the National Weather Service, despite the sun, “feels-like” temperatures will remain below zero in many areas. Snow and rain chances are expected to increase over the weekend and into next week.
As people move about their day, caution is urged due to the extreme cold. "If you have to spend any time outdoors today, please take care of yourself, your family, your neighbors and your pets,” reports NBC Boston. With the wind chill factor, the conditions may feel even harsher, barely climbing into the teens and low 20s. By Saturday, Bostonians may see some snowflakes mixed with rain showers, although any accumulation is expected to be minimal.
Saturday night will be mostly cloudy with lows around 26°F, clearing later in the evening. Sunday will be partly sunny with highs near 36°F, and a 50% chance of snow Sunday night could bring 1–2 inches of accumulation. Monday morning may see more snow, with highs reaching around 28°F as the sun breaks through.
Boston’s cold snap will continue, with highs reaching the upper 30s this weekend, still below the average of 45°F, according to NBC Boston. Mid to late next week may bring a few rain and snow chances, keeping in line with typical winter conditions for the city.
