Massachusetts — Clouds are thickening over Boston this afternoon, and a quick shift to rain and even snow could disrupt travel within the next 24 hours. Roads that stay dry today may turn slick fast by early Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service, a 50% chance of precipitation develops Tuesday morning, beginning as snow showers before mixing with rain as temperatures climb toward 50°F. Snow chances linger into Tuesday evening before skies gradually clear and temperatures fall to around 29°F.
Across Suffolk County and the Greater Boston area, including Cambridge, Quincy, and along I-93 and the Mass Pike, drivers should prepare for reduced visibility during early snow bursts. Accumulation remains light, but timing during the morning commute could slow traffic.
As colder air settles in Tuesday night, any leftover moisture could freeze quickly. That sets up slick conditions for early Wednesday, especially on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads. Sidewalks and parking lots may also turn icy in shaded areas.
Wednesday brings sunshine with a high near 49°F, helping improve conditions by midday. The warming trend continues through Thursday, with highs climbing into the mid-50s under mostly sunny skies.
By Friday, temperatures surge to around 66°F, delivering a strong spring rebound across eastern Massachusetts. That shift marks a quick transition from wintry mix to mild, dry conditions.
Meteorologists are tracking this fast-moving system closely, where small temperature changes will determine how much snow mixes in.
Are you seeing flakes or just rain where you are this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Boston, MA:
Tuesday: Chance of snow then rain, high near 50°F
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 49°F
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 55°F
Friday: Partly sunny, high near 66°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 69°F**
