Massachusetts – Loose debris rattles sidewalks and tree branches bend sharply as powerful winds surge across Boston and eastern Massachusetts this morning. Conditions feel unsettled and noisy, a clear signal that this is not a routine weather day.
According to the National Weather Service, a High Wind Warning remains in effect from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. today. South winds of 25 to 35 mph will be common, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph, especially along the coast and higher elevations. These winds are strong enough to down tree limbs and damage power lines.
Travel becomes challenging as the winds peak. High-profile vehicles may struggle on exposed routes like I-93, Route 1, and the Mass Pike. Drivers should reduce speed and keep extra distance, particularly near bridges and open stretches where gusts hit hardest. Pedestrians should watch for falling debris.
Periods of rain move through during the morning, adding slick pavement to the mix. While rainfall totals remain modest, wet ground makes trees more vulnerable to falling. Scattered power outages are possible, especially in coastal communities and older neighborhoods.
By mid-afternoon, winds slowly ease as colder air pours in behind the system. Skies clear tonight, but temperatures fall quickly. Lows drop near 27°F, allowing any remaining moisture to freeze. That sets up a black ice risk after sunset.
Saturday brings a calmer feel. Sunshine returns with highs near 39°F, though it stays brisk. Sunday moderates slightly, reaching the mid-40s under mostly sunny skies. Looking ahead to Christmas travel, forecasters are tracking a more active pattern next week. A brief warm-up may introduce rain or a rain-snow mix by Tuesday, followed by colder air closer to Christmas Day. While no major storms are locked in yet, this pattern reflects a classic early-winter transition.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 39°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 45°F
- Monday: Sunny, high 33°F
- Tuesday: Rain or snow mix possible, high 38°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 38°F
