Bostonians, brace yourselves for a notably snowy interlude. According to the National Weather Service, today's conditions will involve snowfall with accumulations less than one inch by day, escalating to 3 to 5 inches overnight. Motorists should be prepared for slick roads and restricted visibility as snow continues into the early hours of Martin Luther King Day.
The situation looks to become more intense as the coastal storm shifts westward, ramping up snowfall estimates across Massachusetts. According to WHDH's weather blog, the forecast anticipates a "By the time this all wraps up, there will be a widespread 3-6 inches for most of us!" with the snow set to start in earnest later this afternoon and continuing heavily into the night. Travelers should cautiously plan to slowly navigate the wintry landscape this evening.
Monday, looking ahead, offers a brief respite with some sunshine peaking through and temperatures hovering in the low 30s, but a southwest wind will make it feel much colder than the mercury reads. And, as if to remind us of winter's firm grip, Tuesday's forecast promises even more biting winds and a drop in temperature, with highs only reaching the low 20s and wind-chill factors making it feel like the teens during the day.
The week progresses with Wednesday morning temperatures nearing single digits, though during the day, we can expect to briefly rebound to the low 30s. WHDH warns to stay tuned for more snow predicted to arrive by Wednesday evening, going into Thursday. This pattern of calm and storm suggests that residents should be ready to bundle up and possibly shovel often.
Thursday may begin with snow showers before 10 a.m., followed by partly sunny conditions and daytime highs near 38 degrees. Overnight temperatures are expected to drop to around 18 degrees. Looking ahead to the weekend, a chance of snow showers remains in the forecast, with Saturday expected to be mostly cloudy and highs near 32 degrees.
