Boston, Massachusetts – A sharp chill is locking in across Massachusetts today, with afternoon highs struggling to reach 40°F and steady northwest winds making it feel colder during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Boston, temperatures will peak between 32 and 40 degrees through late afternoon, with west-northwest winds at 8 to 15 mph continuing until around 6 p.m. The dry air keeps skies mostly sunny, but the breeze will hold wind chills in the 20s across parts of Worcester County and MetroWest.
In Boston, I-93 and the Mass Pike remain clear, but the combination of cold pavement and lingering moisture early this morning created isolated slick spots on untreated bridges. Conditions improve through midday, though pedestrians should prepare for a biting wind along the waterfront and open areas.
Statewide, the pattern shifts quickly after sunset. Clouds increase overnight, and a more unsettled stretch begins Thursday afternoon. Light showers may develop after 4 p.m. in western Massachusetts before spreading east toward Boston by late evening.
Rain chances climb higher Friday night, with temperatures rebounding into the low 50s across eastern Massachusetts. By Saturday, highs reach the upper 40s to mid-50s, though scattered showers could still disrupt outdoor plans.
Residents should layer up today, secure loose outdoor items in the wind, and prepare for changing conditions by Thursday evening. Additional updates or advisories may be issued as the late-week system develops.
