Massachusetts wakes to a piercing February chill, with moonlit skies and sharp cold gripping eastern communities. The air feels brittle, and every step crunches under frozen ground.
Early temperatures hover near 11 degrees in Boston, while wind chills dip closer to minus 5 at times. Northwest winds remain brisk, pushing cold through coats and gloves. Roads stay dry for now, but exposed bridges and ramps feel icy during the early commute. Drivers should stay alert through the morning hours.
Sunshine helps little today. Despite clear skies, highs struggle to reach 27 degrees, keeping winter firmly in charge. By evening, temperatures fall quickly again, setting the stage for another cold night.
Attention turns to Tuesday, when clouds thicken and snow enters the conversation. A chance of snow develops after mid-afternoon, with precipitation increasing Tuesday night. Current guidance points to snow likely, though amounts remain light. Even minor accumulation can create problems during the evening commute, especially along I-93, I-90, and Route 128.
Snow tapers late Tuesday night, but winter does not release its grip. Wednesday stays cold, with highs near 36 degrees and a lingering chance of light snow during the day. Any daytime melting may refreeze after sunset, raising the risk of slick spots into Wednesday night.
By Thursday, drier air returns. Skies turn partly sunny, and highs climb to the mid-30s, offering brief relief. To be fair, this thaw remains limited.
Looking ahead into the 6–10 day outlook, a broader warming trend emerges across New England. While the Great Lakes remain heavily frozen, above-normal temperatures are favored into late week. Additional systems may bring mixed precipitation, but signals point away from extreme cold.
Five-Day Outlook (Boston, MA)
- Today: Sunny, high 27°F
- Tuesday: Chance of snow, high 33°F
- Wednesday: Slight chance of snow, high 36°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 34°F
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 34°F
