Boston woke up Wednesday, February 25, 2026, to a fast burst of snow cutting through the morning commute and leaving a light but slushy coating on streets and sidewalks. By late morning, temperatures had already climbed into the mid‑30s, and forecasters expect a high near 39°F, with 1–2 inches of new snow possible across the city. Drivers and walkers can expect brief stretches of reduced visibility and slick travel where plowing and salting are limited.
Snow pushed into the area during the early to mid‑morning and is expected to taper off by late morning to early afternoon, with scattered rain and snow showers still possible tonight. Heavier pockets could bring rates near 0.5–1 inch per hour, enough to make untreated roads hazardous and slow the morning rush. The MBTA says it expects to mostly resume normal weekday service on Wednesday after the earlier storm, but riders should still allow extra time and watch for localized delays and snow‑route detours, according to Boston.com.
Afternoon Winds and Coastal Conditions
South winds are forecast to strengthen this afternoon to about 7–13 mph, with gusts up to roughly 26 mph that can blow around loose snow and make walking in exposed spots a bit of a slog. Small Craft Advisories remain in effect for local coastal waters into the afternoon, and seas will stay choppy, so boaters and ferry riders should expect rough conditions and possible delays, per the NWS Boston. Conditions should gradually calm tonight as the main band of precipitation moves out, although lingering low clouds may keep temperatures from falling quickly.
Looking Ahead
Thursday and Friday are expected to run close to late‑February normals, with highs in the upper 30s and more sunshine as a weak coastal system continues to track offshore. Forecasters are also watching a possible push of much colder air late this weekend into early next week that could drop highs into the 20s and lows into the single digits, with confidence in that late‑week change still described as moderate. Check updated forecasts before locking in weekend plans and give yourself extra time on the roads while snow and slush stick around.
