Residents across Massachusetts are bracing for another blustery day as the National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for several elevated areas, including Worcester County, where gusts could reach 60 mph. A Wind Advisory remains in effect for the rest of southern New England, with gusts up to 50 mph. According to the NWS forecast, these conditions are expected to persist today, with a high near 27 and west winds reaching up to 46 mph.
As temperatures dip into the low 20s tonight, any residual water from Monday’s precipitation is likely to quickly refreeze. With the colder air, wind chills will fall into the single digits and remain there throughout the day, as per a report by CBS Boston. As winds peak from late morning through the afternoon, the risk of falling trees and downed power lines will increase, potentially leading to power outages across the state.
Looking ahead, the weather in Boston remains chilly and breezy for the rest of the week, with partly sunny skies and temperatures hovering in the lower 30s. The upcoming New Year's Day forecast suggests a somewhat sunny outlook, with a chance of snow mainly before 1 p.m. and a high near 30. Winds are expected to remain persistent with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, as stated by the National Weather Service.
Following New Year's celebrations, residents should bundle up for a clear Thursday night, with a low around 14 degrees. CBS Boston highlights that the "rest of the week will be quite cold," noting that temperatures are projected to stay below average into the foreseeable future, including New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. The area also faces a chance of snow on Monday, adding to the bracing start of the new year.
