Boston woke up Thursday, April 9, to clear skies and a sharp early chill, with Logan (KBOS) reporting about 34°F at first light. Sunshine and a southerly breeze will nudge afternoon highs into the mid-50s, setting up a dry, comfortable day for errands, dog walks, or grabbing lunch outside. Expect it to feel a bit cooler along the waterfront once that breeze kicks in off the water, as per the National Weather Service.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Southerly winds will run around 6 to 18 mph today and stay on the breezy side into the evening. By Friday, that southwest flow strengthens, with gusts that could reach about 30 mph along the Cape and Islands. Mariners and drivers on exposed bridges should plan for choppy nearshore seas and brisk gusts, and some waters may need small craft advisories later Friday, according to the National Weather Service Boston/Norton.
Friday Warmth, Late-Night Showers
Friday turns noticeably milder, with inland highs climbing into the low 60s and a southwest breeze increasing through the afternoon. A cold front sweeps in late Friday into the overnight, bringing scattered, mainly light rain showers after midnight. If you are out late or working an overnight shift, plan on a damp ride home.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday starts with isolated early-morning showers, then flips to a sunny, seasonable afternoon with temperatures in the mid-50s and northwest winds that may gust across exposed spots. Sunday looks mostly sunny and largely dry with similar daytime temperatures, so most weekend plans should roll ahead without weather drama.
Early Next Week: Summer-Like Stretch
Temperatures jump early next week, with highs near 68°F on Monday and the potential for some inland spots to reach 80°F or higher on Tuesday. Forecasters note that a backdoor cool front could trim readings for eastern neighborhoods by midweek. Keep an eye on official updates if you have outdoor events planned Monday through Wednesday, and check the full forecast as timing could shift, per NWS Boston/Norton.
