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MA Weather Alert: Boston Snow Chance, 34° Friday, Nov 13
Massachusetts — Rain soaked highways, gusty northern winds and a brief chance of snow could bring a sharp November weather change to Boston.
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-11T09:47:20.591Z
Massachusetts — Rain soaked highways, gusty northern winds and a brief chance of snow could bring a sharp November weather change to Boston.
After temperatures reach approximately 56 degrees Wednesday, a developing storm system will bring widespread rain Thursday night and Friday.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 34 degrees, with a narrow window for snow before conditions gradually improve.
According to the National Weather Service, Boston faces a 100% chance of rain Thursday night, followed by a 90% chance Friday.
The changing pattern could affect commuters across Suffolk County, including Boston, Roxbury and surrounding Greater Boston communities.
Thursday Rain Arrives Before Temperatures Fall Thursday, November 12, begins mostly cloudy, with temperatures climbing near 54 degrees.
Rain becomes possible mainly after 2 p.m., with precipitation chances reaching 50%.
East winds increase to 6 to 11 mph during the morning.
The National Weather Service expects less than one tenth of an inch of rain during the day.
Drivers along Interstate 93, Interstate 90 and Route 1 should prepare for wet pavement as rainfall develops.
Thursday night brings the most significant precipitation period.
Rain chances climb to 100%, with temperatures falling toward 41 degrees.
East winds increase to 11 to 14 mph, adding a brisk November chill.
Friday Brings 90% Rain Chance and Gusts Near 26 MPH Friday, November 13, looks especially damp across Greater Boston.
Rain continues, with precipitation chances reaching 90%.
High temperatures reach approximately 48 degrees, eight degrees below Wednesday's expected high.
North winds around 14 mph could gust as high as 26 mph.
Those conditions may create challenging travel during periods of steady rainfall, particularly on exposed highways and bridges.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 34 degrees.
A 60% chance of precipitation continues, including rain likely before 11 p.m. and a brief chance of snow between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. Saturday.
Rain becomes possible again afterward.
Although wet snowflakes could appear briefly, the supplied local forecast does not specify measurable snowfall accumulation.
Saturday Brings Improving Conditions Saturday, November 14, offers a gradual break from the wet weather.
A 30% chance of rain continues before 1 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies.
High temperatures reach approximately 47 degrees.
Northwest winds of 9 to 11 mph will maintain a cool November feel.
Saturday night temperatures fall toward 35 degrees.
Residents should remain aware of colder conditions, especially in sheltered or outlying locations.
The Weather Prediction Center continues tracking a significant push of polar air across the eastern United States.
Sunday and Monday Bring Sunshine but Colder Mornings Sunday, November 15, brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 50 degrees.
Northwest winds could gust to 20 mph.
Temperatures fall toward 34 degrees Sunday night.
Monday offers sunshine and highs near 50 degrees before temperatures drop toward 31 degrees Monday night.
That introduces freezing conditions heading into Tuesday morning.
No specific tornado threat appears in Boston's supplied local outlook.
Five Day Boston Weather Outlook Thursday, Nov. 12: Chance of rain after 2 p.m., high 54°F. Precipitation chance 50%. Low 41°F, with rain chances increasing to 100%. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain, high 48°F. Precipitation chance 90%. Wind gusts up to 26 mph. Low 34°F, with a brief snow chance. Saturday, Nov. 14: Chance of rain before 1 p.m., high 47°F. Precipitation chance 30%. Low 35°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny, high 50°F. Low 34°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Sunny, high 50°F. Low 31°F. Tuesday, November 17, brings sunny skies and highs near 52 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, additional cold spells and snow opportunities remain possible across Massachusetts. However, no specific accumulating snowstorm is established for Boston.
Traveling around Boston Friday evening or Saturday morning? Are you preparing for heavy rain, or watching for the possibility of snowflakes? Tell us what conditions look like in your neighborhood.