Boston, MA – Residents across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut are experiencing intense heat today, with heat indices soaring to 100 degrees in many areas. This hot and humid weather pattern is expected to continue, prompting a heat advisory that extends through Saturday.
According to the US National Weather Service in Boston, the heat indices range from 95 to 100 degrees away from the immediate coastlines of these states. The advisory warns of potentially hazardous conditions, urging residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the heat.
The forecast also includes the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon in Connecticut and northern Massachusetts. These storms could provide brief relief from the heat but may also bring sudden downpours and gusty winds.
Looking ahead, Saturday is expected to see temperatures in the upper 80s, with a 50% chance of showers. Sunday will bring slightly cooler conditions, with highs around 85 degrees and a 45% chance of rain. The heat will return on Monday, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees under sunny skies.
The rest of the week will see a mix of sun and rain, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-70s. Tuesday and Wednesday have a 50% and 45% chance of showers, respectively, while Thursday is expected to be partly cloudy with highs in the mid-70s.
