A sharp February chill grips Boston this morning as temperatures hover near 31 degrees at Logan Airport. The air feels still, but sidewalks remain damp from earlier moisture, and untreated surfaces could be slick in shaded spots.
Massachusetts starts the day near freezing with rain chances ahead.
According to the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, a 50% chance of rain develops by afternoon with highs near 39 degrees. Light east winds increase slightly later today. Any early icy patches should ease as temperatures climb above freezing.
Watch for slick bridges during the morning commute.
Rain chances linger tonight with lows near 29 degrees. If pavement stays wet, patchy refreezing is possible late tonight into early Saturday. February flash-freeze setups can quickly create black ice on I-93, the Mass Pike, and Route 1.
Saturday remains mostly cloudy with another 40% chance of rain and highs near 34 degrees. Saturday night dips to around 25 degrees. Sunday brings continued rain chances with highs near 37 degrees, followed by steadier rain Sunday night as northeast winds gust up to 22 mph.
Plan extra time if traveling Sunday evening.
Monday stays cloudy with a 50% chance of rain and highs near 33 degrees. North winds could gust up to 28 mph, adding a biting feel. Monday night falls to near 23 degrees, raising renewed refreeze concerns.
By midweek, highs moderate into the upper 30s and lower 40s. Longer-range signals point toward above-normal temperatures late next week, offering early hints of spring warmth across southern New England.
Five-Day Outlook for Boston:
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 34.
- Sunday: Chance of rain, high 37.
- Monday: Chance of rain, high 33.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 36.
- Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 38.
