News Summary
Boston residents were greeted with warmth today as temperatures hit 61 degrees for the first time since December 17. This unseasonable warmth signals a shift ahead of a cold front approaching the city. While today’s sunny weather was a welcome break from winter, it is expected that overnight lows will drop to near freezing. Tomorrow promises another mild day before a cold front brings a return to chilly conditions, including potential snow showers by midweek. As spring approaches, Bostonians should prepare for a mix of weather conditions ahead.
Boston Warms Up: A Taste of Spring Before the Chill Returns
Boston woke up today to some exciting news—the temperature finally soared above 60 degrees for the first time since December 17! As the clock ticked towards 4 p.m., the thermometer climbed all the way up to 61 degrees. Residents could feel the warmth and even ditch their winter gear for a few hours of sunshine. It’s such a nice change after those months of biting cold!
While we all loved basking in the warmth, it’s important to note that this mild weather didn’t break the record of 77 degrees set on this very date back in 2016. However, reaching 60 degrees in mid-February is ahead of schedule since the average date for this milestone is usually February 19. So, Boston, we are indeed a little ahead of the game!
Short-Lived Warmth
This lovely warm front that’s sweeping through the area is responsible for today’s sunshine and mild temperatures. But before we get too comfortable, brace yourselves—a cold front is already making its way toward the city. Tonight, the flipside of the warm weather is set to arrive, dropping temperatures back down to around the mid-40s after the sun sets.
As you tuck in for the night, don’t forget to bundle up! Overnight lows are expected to dip to around 30 degrees, though Boston might stay a smidge above freezing. So, no frozen pipes tonight, but it’ll still be chilly out there!
What Tomorrow Holds
Looking ahead to tomorrow, we can expect another day in the 60s before that cold front completely takes over. However, those slightly gusty winds could mean that the sea breeze won’t be making its way inland, keeping most areas toasty. The ocean is still holding onto its winter chill, sitting in the upper 30s to low 40s, which is pretty typical for this time of year.
But hold onto your hats because we have some weather shifts coming midweek. A second cold front is poised to pass through on Wednesday. As that sets in, we’ll see a significant drop in temperatures once again, this time hovering around the mid-40s.
Snow Showers on the Horizon
If that weren’t enough, get ready for potential light snow showers to glide into Massachusetts early Wednesday. Don’t worry too much about accumulation; it shouldn’t be significant. However, expect morning temperatures to flirt with the freezing mark—a quick nosedive from today’s balmy day!
Wednesday afternoon may warm back up to the mid-40s, but it looks like we have some rain showers in store for Thursday. High temps will linger around 44 degrees. So, if you were hoping for a sunny mid-week break, you might want to keep that umbrella handy!
Spring is in the Air, But So Are Mixed Conditions
As we turn the corner toward a new weekend, it’s looking likely that Friday and Saturday will bring back the warmth with temperatures reaching the 60s again! As the days go by, we can also anticipate blooming flowers like crocuses, snowdrops, and winter aconites making their splendid appearance. Talk about a lovely sign of spring!
But we aren’t out of the woods just yet. A winter weather system is forecasted to roll in over the weekend, likely dishing out a mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain. Commuters—take heed! Early Thursday morning could see some slick roads due to possible icy conditions. It’s a good time to take a little extra care on your morning drive!
As we look ahead, Boston’s weather seems to be playing a bit of a tug of war between winter and spring. Get ready for a week of ups and downs, with a glimmer of warmth just around the corner!
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Additional Resources
- Country Herald: Snow Showers Expected in Boston
- Wikipedia: Weather in Massachusetts
- CBS News: Next Weather Update
- Google Search: Massachusetts Weather Forecast
- Weather.com: 10-Day Weather for Winthrop, MA
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather
- Boston 25 News: Sunshine Expected
- Google News: Boston Weather
