Boston, MA – A dry and windy Sunday across Massachusetts will elevate fire concerns before a stretch of warming spring weather arrives. The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for the region, warning that northwest winds up to 30 mph and low humidity levels will create an elevated fire risk from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
Residents should avoid outdoor burning and exercise caution with ignition sources, such as cigarettes and machinery, as conditions could cause fires to spread quickly. This alert affects multiple counties, including Suffolk, Norfolk, Worcester, and Bristol, along with parts of Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Sunday’s Forecast
Sunday will be mostly sunny, with highs reaching 45°F in Boston and slightly warmer temperatures inland. Winds will range from 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. The overnight low will drop to 31°F, with winds calming slightly.
Looking Ahead: Five-Day Forecast
• Monday: Mostly sunny with highs near 53°F. Light northwest winds shifting south later in the day.
• Tuesday: Warmer, reaching 59°F under sunny skies. Southwest winds 6-11 mph, gusting to 22 mph.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny, highs near 56°F. Light east wind turning southeast.
• Thursday: A chance of rain late in the day, with a high near 53°F.
• Friday: Mostly sunny, with highs around 52°F and light northwest breezes.
With Daylight Saving Time beginning Sunday morning, clocks move ahead one hour. Expect later sunsets, with the sun setting after 6:45 p.m. in Boston.
Plan ahead for the dry conditions Sunday and enjoy the upcoming stretch of mild spring weather.
