Boston, MA – Boston residents are set to endure the hottest stretch of summer so far, with temperatures soaring into the mid-90s through Friday before a round of showers could bring relief by the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, today’s high will reach 78°F under sunny skies, but the real heat arrives Wednesday with a high near 85°F. Thursday and Friday bring even higher temperatures—92°F and 96°F, respectively—along with rising humidity. Overnight lows will offer little break, staying in the low to mid-70s in the city and surrounding areas. A heat advisory may be issued if temperatures continue to climb, and gusty southwest winds could make it feel even hotter.
Residents across Suffolk, Middlesex, and Norfolk counties should avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Utility companies urge customers to limit power use as air conditioning demand spikes, and area schools and day camps may alter outdoor plans. Commuters on I-93 and Route 128 should expect hazy, hot drives home.
Relief is expected late Friday as a chance of showers and storms moves in, with rain chances increasing to 30% Saturday. If storms develop, localized flooding is possible, especially in poor-drainage city streets. More updates will follow if advisories are posted.
Five Day Forecast – Boston, MA
- Today: Sunny, high 78°F. East wind 5–8 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 85°F. Calm wind, shifting south.
- Thursday: Hot, high 92°F. Southwest winds, gusts up to 20 mph.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 96°F. Showers possible overnight.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high 83°F.
