Boise, ID — Thunderstorms may develop in Boise Thursday afternoon as spring weather shifts bring rain chances and cooler temperatures across southwest Idaho. Residents and drivers along I-84 should stay alert for changing conditions, especially during afternoon commutes.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday will start off mostly cloudy with a high near 71°F. A slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms builds after noon, with light winds increasing to 10 mph by morning. By evening, those chances taper slightly but linger until around 9 p.m.
Friday brings another round of unsettled spring weather. Scattered showers are expected throughout the day, with a 20% chance of thunderstorms and a high near 61°F. By Friday night, rain chances rise to 40%, with a cooler low around 40°F.
Saturday continues the trend with a 30% chance of showers and highs in the upper 50s. Skies begin clearing by Saturday night, setting up for a mostly sunny Sunday and Monday, although occasional showers may still appear.
Spring Safety Tips:
- Be cautious on roadways during storms, especially on I-84 near Boise.
- Secure outdoor items that may blow around in gusty winds.
- Keep weather alerts enabled on your phone for real-time updates.
Extended Five-Day Boise Forecast:
- Thursday: High 71°F, 20% chance of thunderstorms.
- Friday: High 61°F, scattered showers and storms.
- Saturday: High 57°F, 30% chance of showers.
- Sunday: High 62°F, partly sunny.
- Monday: High 58°F, 30% chance of evening showers.
