Gray skies and damp pavement stretch across eastern Massachusetts this morning as light rain and patchy fog move through the Wakefield area. Drivers heading along Interstate 95, Route 128, and I-93 may notice reduced visibility and slick pavement early today.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered rain showers will linger through the afternoon across Middlesex and Essex counties. Temperatures rise to about 48°F, while northeast winds remain light between 6 and 8 mph.
Fog may briefly thicken late morning, especially in low-lying areas and near wetlands around the Wakefield and Lynnfield corridor. Commuters should allow extra travel time and keep headlights on when visibility drops.
Rain coverage increases tonight as a stronger band of precipitation approaches the Boston metro region. Winds shift south and may gust near 22 mph, pushing milder air briefly into eastern Massachusetts.
That system brings steadier rain Thursday, with highs climbing toward 55°F before cooler air moves in later. Roads may remain damp through much of the day across the North Shore and along the I-95 corridor.
A colder shift follows late Thursday night as temperatures drop toward 29°F. Meteorologists note that a few light snow showers could develop after sunset, although accumulation appears unlikely.
By Friday, skies gradually brighten with highs near 45°F, offering a brief break before another system approaches. Rain may mix with wet snow again Friday night as temperatures hover in the mid-30s.
Saturday should bring sunshine and breezy conditions across the Boston metro region. Winds may gust above 30 mph, making the air feel brisk despite temperatures in the upper 40s.
With spring break travel ramping up across New England, drivers should remain alert for shifting weather conditions through the weekend.
Traveling through Wakefield or the North Shore today? What conditions are you seeing on the roads?
Five Day Forecast for Wakefield, Massachusetts
Wednesday: Slight chance of rain with patchy fog. High near 48°F.
Wednesday Night: Chance of rain. Low near 45°F.
Thursday: Rain likely. High near 55°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny and cooler. High near 45°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and breezy. High near 47°F.
