Massachusetts — Wind rattles windows along the coast as light snow skims across frozen pavement. The air feels sharp and unforgiving, even for early February. Along the Massachusetts shoreline, conditions remain active and demand attention.
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect through Monday afternoon for eastern Massachusetts, including the Boston area. Gusty north winds, rough seas, and astronomical tides combine to create splash-over and minor flooding during high tide cycles. Low-lying roads near the harbor may briefly flood, especially around the morning and midday tides.
Temperatures sit in the low teens early, with wind chills dropping below zero. Light snow showers linger at times, but accumulation stays minimal. Even so, untreated roads remain slick. Flash freezing becomes a concern as daytime melting refreezes quickly after sunset.
By later today, skies stay mostly cloudy, and highs struggle to reach the mid-20s. Winds gust over 30 mph, adding bite to already bitter conditions. Pedestrians should dress for dangerous cold, while drivers should expect reduced traction on bridges and ramps.
Tonight turns clearer and colder. Lows fall near 11 degrees, with wind chills near zero. Any standing water near the coast freezes hard, worsening travel conditions early Monday.
Monday brings brighter skies and slightly calmer winds. Highs reach near 30 degrees, offering limited relief. Coastal flooding remains possible during peak tides, though impacts should stay localized. Avoid parking in flood-prone coastal areas.
Tuesday trends sunny but cold, with highs near 31 degrees. Meteorologists are tracking a system later in the week that could introduce snow chances by Friday as February deepens.
For now, plan extra travel time, stay clear of exposed shorelines, and secure loose items.
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Five-Day Outlook for Boston, MA
- Today: Cloudy, windy, light snow possible, high near 25°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, cold, high near 30°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 31°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 31°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, cold, high near 29°F
