Boston started Wednesday, March 25, on the chilly side at about 36°F at Logan, but the city will get a quick taste of spring before the weather mood swings again. Sunshine and a light southwest breeze will help push afternoon highs into the low 50s, with mostly clear skies and a high near 52°F as light west winds gradually turn southwest.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
By later today and into Thursday, the wind becomes part of the story. Southwest gusts are expected to climb to around 25–30 mph on Thursday, March 26 as milder air surges in. That push will make Thursday unseasonably mild, with highs near 60°F inland, but it also helps load the atmosphere ahead of a strong cold front arriving late Thursday night into Friday. That front is set to deliver steadier rain, with up to about a half‑inch possible in spots. Forecasters at the National Weather Service Boston/Norton have the timing and gust potential.
Rainy, Windy Turn Late Thursday Night Into Friday
Rain becomes more widespread late Thursday night, March 26, and is most likely to impact the Friday, March 27 morning commute, with steady showers and breezy conditions on tap. Riders should keep an eye out for transit delays and sign up for MBTA alerts. For a little perspective on this brief warm spell before the cooldown, check out how Boston pops into the 60s. If rain slows your commute Friday morning, conditions are expected to improve later in the day as much colder air sweeps in behind the front.
Boaters And Morning Commuters
Out on the water, small craft advisory conditions are in effect for some coastal waters early Wednesday and could redevelop Thursday into Thursday night as southwest winds increase. Mariners should check marine notices before leaving the harbor. Once the front passes, strong northwest winds will make it feel significantly colder, with Friday night lows forecast to fall into the 20s and gusts near 30 mph. For the full forecast and the latest marine products, head to the National Weather Service Boston/Norton.
