BOSTON, MA – A stretch of bright, unseasonably warm fall weather will give way to cooler, wetter conditions by Tuesday night as showers sweep across eastern Massachusetts. The pleasant early October sunshine will dominate through Monday, offering perfect conditions for outdoor events, leaf viewing, or Halloween decorating before a midweek change brings a taste of true fall chill.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, calm winds and highs in the lower 80s will persist through Monday afternoon. A southwest breeze strengthens late Monday, pushing warmer air inland before a cold front arrives Tuesday night. Commuters on I-90 and I-93 should prepare for slower travel late Tuesday as scattered showers develop, with rain becoming steadier through the night.
Wednesday looks notably cooler, with temperatures struggling to reach 70°F under clouds and lingering showers. Gusty north winds could make it feel even cooler, especially along the coast. By Thursday, skies clear and temperatures drop into the low 60s — a crisp reminder that fall has fully arrived.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor decorations and plan morning commutes around possible slick spots by midweek. Gardeners should monitor temperatures for potential patchy frost later in the week as cooler air settles in.
Five-Day Forecast for Boston, MA:
Sun: 83/61 – Sunny; calm, pleasant fall warmth.
Mon: 82/60 – Sunny and breezy; ideal for outdoor plans.
Tue: 79/60 – Mostly sunny early; showers late, slower PM commute.
Wed: 69/45 – Showers early; cooler with north winds.
Thu: 60/42 – Sunny, crisp fall air returns; good leaf-viewing day.
