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Crisp Boston Saturday Kicks Off Sunny, Rip-Risk Labor Day Weekend

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Published on September 05, 2026
Crisp Boston Saturday Kicks Off Sunny, Rip-Risk Labor Day WeekendSource: King of Hearts / Wikimedia Commons

Boston is waking to clear skies and temperatures in the mid-60s Saturday, but the calm start will not last all day. Highs should reach about 69 degrees, with north-northeast winds around 10 to 15 knots and a 30% chance of rain showers after 2 p.m.

The National Weather Service Boston/Norton expects the best stretch of the day during the morning and early afternoon. Showers should end by early evening, followed by partly cloudy skies and an overnight low near 59.

Sunday Brings Crisp, Sunny Beach Weather

Sunday looks sunny and fall-like, with a high near 69, north winds of 6 to 10 mph and lower humidity. The bigger concern for anyone heading to east-facing beaches is the rip current statement covering Boston-area coastal counties from late Saturday night through Sunday evening.

Swimmers should stay near lifeguards, and anyone caught in a rip current should float, avoid swimming directly against it and signal for help if needed. Ocean conditions may be hazardous even while the weather looks ideal for a beach day.

Warm-Up Arrives For Labor Day

Labor Day should bring a sunny and warmer finish to the holiday weekend, with a high near 76 and light northwest winds. Tuesday looks mostly sunny and warmer still, with temperatures approaching 78.

A slight chance of showers is forecast around Wednesday, with southwest wind gusts up to about 30 knots. The next active weather is mainly a late-week possibility.

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