Massachusetts – Gray skies and damp streets greet much of eastern New England this morning, as light rain and fog linger before a major weather shift. The air feels heavy near Boston Harbor, where mist clings to the skyline and headlights pierce through the haze. But this damp start marks the last push of unsettled November air before a sharp clearing trend brings sunshine—and cooler air—for Thanksgiving.
The National Weather Service in Norton reports that showers will taper through the morning, with mild temperatures near 60°F giving the day a final taste of late fall. Southwest winds will ease as skies begin to brighten by evening, paving the way for a calm, chilly night.
Thanksgiving Day looks nearly ideal for travelers and outdoor plans. Expect mostly sunny skies, highs around 47°F, and a west wind up to 15 mph. The air will feel brisk but comfortable for morning runs, parade viewing, and family gatherings. If you’re traveling along I-90 or I-95, visibility will be clear and dry roads will make for smooth travel conditions.
By Thursday night, a cold front sweeps in, bringing a sharp temperature drop into the lower 30s. Frost will likely form across interior Massachusetts, especially in low-lying valleys and suburbs west of Boston. Black Friday shoppers will face a frosty dawn with temps near freezing, followed by a bright but chilly afternoon in the low 40s.
Looking ahead, a calm but colder pattern holds through the weekend. Saturday stays sunny near 41°F before clouds return Sunday, hinting at the next system early next week. National models also point to a major Arctic front arriving around December 1–5, possibly triggering heavy snow across the northern U.S.—a reminder that winter is near.
Five-Day Outlook (Wed–Sun)
• Today: Showers ending, 61°F.
• Thursday: Sunny, 47°F.
• Friday: Mostly sunny, 42°F.
• Saturday: Sunny, 41°F.
• Sunday: Cloudy, 43°F, rain chance late.
