Massachusetts – Crisp air sweeps off the Atlantic before sunrise, pushing a cold, salty breeze across Boston’s neighborhoods. Pavement glints under the early light as a steady west wind rattles shrubs and flags along the harbor. The morning feels sharp and wintry, hinting at the season ahead even as the sky clears toward a bright November day.
Residents heading toward I-93, Storrow Drive, and Logan Airport early this week should prepare for temperature swings and a late-week shift toward wetter travel conditions. According to the National Weather Service, a brisk Cold Snap holds firm today, with highs near the mid-40s despite full sun. Gusts may reach 20 mph at times, adding a biting edge to the morning commute and pushing wind chills into the 20s and 30s.
According to forecasters, Tuesday night turns clear and cold with lows falling into the upper 20s across Boston’s suburbs. Wednesday stays sunny and calm, offering a comfortable window for early Thanksgiving errands or regional travel. Highs return to the upper 40s as winds ease.
A Winter Tease emerges Thursday as colder air slides in behind early sunshine. Highs stay in the mid-40s again, but a developing system approaches from the west. Clouds build late in the day, setting the stage for a more impactful Friday.
By Friday morning, rain becomes increasingly likely, and some pockets could turn steady enough to slow highway speeds and airport operations. Travelers heading toward Worcester, Providence, or Cape Cod should watch for reduced visibility and slick road surfaces as waves of moisture move through. Temperatures hold in the lower 50s, keeping any snow or ice out of reach for now — but the pattern signals early-season volatility as Thanksgiving week approaches.
The weekend turns partly sunny and seasonable, giving residents a break for leaf cleanup or light holiday decorating before stronger November systems return.
