Boston, MA – Cool air drifts in across Massachusetts this Friday morning, carrying the unmistakable bite of late October. The sunrise glows pale over the harbor, while flags along the waterfront ripple under a light west wind. For now, New England’s fall chill settles in for a steady weekend stretch, offering crisp mornings and dry afternoons across the Boston metro area.
Friday brings a mix of sun and scattered clouds with highs near 60°F — a typical late-fall feel, just breezy enough to keep jackets zipped. Any light showers early in the afternoon will fade quickly as drier air filters in from the west. By Friday evening, skies clear, setting the stage for cooler nights ahead.
Saturday will be mostly sunny and seasonable, with highs around 56°F and a calm northwest breeze. It’s classic fall weather — good for hiking, cleanup, or early Halloween decorating. Sunday continues the trend with sunshine and upper 50s, perfect for late pumpkin-patch visits or football tailgates.
By Monday, clouds return as the next front approaches, introducing a chance for scattered showers that could linger into midweek. Temperatures will dip slightly, but no early frost or freeze is expected yet in eastern Massachusetts.
To be fair, this weekend’s calm weather is a pleasant break before November’s chill deepens. Long-range models hint at a sharper cold snap and possible frost next week — a timely reminder for gardeners to wrap up fall prep before Halloween.
