Boston woke up on the chilly side Friday, with Logan Airport hovering near 30°F under mostly clear skies. Sunshine will carry through much of the day, but the mercury only climbs to about 44°F on Friday, March 13, 2026. A light southwest breeze will kick up in the afternoon and could make it feel a touch cooler than the numbers suggest.
Afternoon Into Tonight
Clouds move in later, turning skies partly to mostly cloudy by evening. A mix of rain and snow is possible Friday night into early Saturday, with temperatures dipping to around 38°F. South winds close to 15 mph are expected tonight, and any precipitation should stay on the lighter side, with rainfall totals generally under a tenth of an inch. Roads should remain mainly wet instead of icy, though higher elevations might see a brief wintry mix.
Weekend Wind And Next‑Week Soak
Saturday, March 14 looks bright but blustery, with mostly sunny skies and west winds of 15 to 21 mph. Gusts could hit 40 to 50 mph in exposed spots, and forecasters say wind headlines may be needed in parts of the region. After that, the pattern flips to milder and wetter: Monday, March 16 is on track to be unseasonably warm, with a high near 61°F and a steady stretch of rain, along with stronger southerly winds Monday night. That setup could wring out 1 to 2 inches of rain, with locally higher totals and an increased risk of minor river and small‑stream flooding, according to the National Weather Service Boston.
Where This Leaves You
This warm‑then‑wet pattern first popped up in our coverage last Monday, when we highlighted the warm‑then‑wet trend and why it raised some flood concerns. The broad strokes are unchanged: temperatures spike ahead of Monday’s rain, then the soaking arrives. Exact timing and totals can still shift as we get closer, so it is worth keeping weekend plans a bit flexible and checking official updates if you are counting on dry weather for events or early‑week travel.
What To Do
Before Saturday’s gusts arrive, tie down or bring in lightweight items like patio furniture and trash bins, and avoid leaving anything loose overnight. If you have outdoor plans on Monday, it is smart to consider backup options, since heavy rain and gusty winds could slow commutes and trigger pockets of localized flooding. Keep an eye on MBTA service alerts and local forecasts before you head out, and build in extra travel time in case conditions go downhill.
