Massachusetts — Leaves are swirling across driveways and wet roads this Halloween morning as strong winds and scattered rain sweep through Rhode Island and eastern Massachusetts. The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton has issued a Wind Advisory from 2 p.m. today through 5 a.m. Saturday, warning of gusts up to 50 mph capable of knocking down tree limbs and causing a few isolated power outages.
Drivers along I-95, Route 6, and coastal highways should use extra caution, especially during the afternoon and evening when winds peak. Outdoor decorations — especially Halloween inflatables and displays — should be secured or taken down before gusts strengthen. The combination of damp pavement and falling leaves could create slick conditions for trick-or-treaters and pedestrians later in the day.
By evening, the rain will taper as drier air moves in from the west. Temperatures stay in the upper 50s early before dipping into the low 40s overnight, with wind chills in the mid-30s by early Saturday morning. The brisk westerly flow will make it feel more like early November than Halloween night.
Saturday and Sunday bring a welcome change — sunshine returns with lighter winds and highs near 56°F, ideal for outdoor cleanup or weekend errands. Early next week, forecasters are watching a developing cold front that could deliver showers by Monday night and a noticeable drop in temperatures heading into midweek.
While southern New England avoids early snow for now, colder Canadian air is waiting just upstream. After this blustery Halloween, it’s clear: November will begin with a chill and a hint of winter in the air.
