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Massachusetts Weather Alert: Boston, MA 34° to 61°, Nov 15–19
Boston, MA – A sharp November temperature swing is taking shape across eastern Massachusetts, bringing chilly mornings before a noticeable warmup arrives Wednesday. Temperatures near 34 degrees could
By Erin Vale · 2026-11-15T10:07:22.205Z
Boston, MA – A sharp November temperature swing is taking shape across eastern Massachusetts, bringing chilly mornings before a noticeable warmup arrives Wednesday. Temperatures near 34 degrees could give way to afternoon highs around 61 degrees within days.
The change means residents should prepare for cold windshields, brisk morning commutes and increasingly comfortable afternoons as the workweek progresses.
According to the National Weather Service, Boston Logan International Airport recorded 38 degrees early Sunday, November 15, with wind chills near 31 degrees.
Northwest winds and mostly cloudy conditions made the morning feel colder than the thermometer suggested.
However, the developing weather pattern favors sunshine and steadily rising temperatures rather than an approaching winter storm.
Cold November Air Brings Near Freezing Temperatures Sunday afternoon temperatures should climb toward 49 degrees under sunny skies.
Northwest winds between 7 and 11 mph could gust as high as 22 mph, keeping conditions brisk near Boston Harbor and exposed waterfront areas.
By Sunday night, temperatures fall toward 34 degrees under mostly clear skies.
That puts Boston just two degrees above freezing, making frost possible in colder, sheltered locations.
Drivers should check windshields before early departures, particularly outside the immediate urban core.
Monday brings another cool afternoon, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 49 degrees.
Monday night temperatures settle around 35 degrees, maintaining the chilly November pattern.
Wednesday Brings a Noticeable Temperature Jump Tuesday, November 17, marks the beginning of a stronger warming trend.
Sunshine pushes afternoon temperatures toward 55 degrees, followed by mostly clear skies and lows near 39 degrees.
By Wednesday, November 18, Boston could reach 61 degrees.
That represents a 27 degree increase from Sunday night's projected low.
The warmer conditions should benefit outdoor workers, pedestrians and commuters throughout Suffolk County and surrounding communities.
Travel along I 93, I 90 and Route 1 should generally benefit from the dry weather pattern.
No accumulating snow, freezing rain or significant storm system appears in the supplied local outlook.
Mild Conditions Continue Through Thursday Thursday maintains the warming trend, with sunshine and another afternoon high near 61 degrees.
Southwest winds around 6 mph should accompany the milder temperatures.
Thursday night remains relatively comfortable for November, with lows around 44 degrees.
Friday continues the pattern, with sunshine and highs near 61 degrees.
Although temperatures are changing considerably, the current outlook does not indicate a flash freeze event or tornado threat for Boston.
Boston's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Mostly sunny, high 49°F. Mostly clear Monday night, low 35°F. Tuesday, November 17: Sunny, high 55°F. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 39°F. Wednesday, November 18: Sunny, high 61°F. Mostly clear Wednesday night, low 41°F. Thursday, November 19: Sunny, high 61°F. Mostly clear Thursday night, low 44°F. Friday, November 20: Sunny, high 61°F. Mostly clear Friday night, low 43°F. Looking Ahead: November 21 and Beyond Saturday brings another mostly sunny day, although temperatures ease slightly toward 58 degrees.
The supplied outlook does not include specific temperature or precipitation probabilities for the following six to 10 days.
Residents should monitor National Weather Service updates as the second half of November unfolds.
Are you ready for Boston temperatures climbing into the 60s, or are you already preparing for winter? Tell us what conditions feel like in your neighborhood!