Massachusetts – Soft flakes drift across Boston this morning, coating car roofs, porch steps, and city sidewalks in a clean white layer. The air feels damp and chilled, and visibility drops in pockets as heavier bursts pass over the region. Roads shine under streetlights, hinting at the slippery travel expected to continue through midday.
According to the National Weather Service, 1 to 3 inches of snow will accumulate across eastern Massachusetts, with the higher totals near and south of the Massachusetts Turnpike. Snow overspread the region after midnight and continues through late morning before gradually tapering. Meteorologists say some bands may linger into the afternoon, especially east of I-495, where colder ocean-enhanced moisture keeps flakes active a bit longer.
Drivers should expect reduced visibility, slushy pavement, and slick bridge decks during the late-morning travel push. Christmas travel ramps up this week, and today’s early December winter tease serves as a reminder that temperatures now hover near the freezing mark—prime conditions for black ice if untreated surfaces refreeze later.
By this evening, skies begin to clear, though a brisk northwest wind will make temperatures fall quickly. Monday brings brighter conditions and colder air, with a slight chance of snow showers north of Boston before sunrise. Tuesday turns sunny and seasonably chilly, offering a short break before another late-week system brings rain and gusts.
Five-Day Outlook
Monday: Sunny, high 28; low 20.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 33; low 25.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 44; low 27.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 47; low 30.
Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 39; low 23.
