Boston, Massachusetts – After an extended stretch of midwinter cold, Massachusetts is set to see a modest temperature rebound during the first full week of February, providing a small but welcome break even as winter remains firmly in place.
According to the National Weather Service and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, temperatures from Tuesday through the following Monday are still favored to run below normal across the Commonwealth. However, daytime highs are expected to trend several degrees warmer than late January. In eastern Massachusetts, including Boston, highs may climb into the upper 20s and low 30s at times, with overnight lows generally settling in the teens.
Colder air will linger across central and western Massachusetts, including the Berkshires, where nighttime lows may dip into the single digits. Even so, the broader pattern does not signal a prolonged Arctic blast during this period, suggesting a pause in the harshest cold snaps.
Snow chances appear limited overall, which should help keep travel conditions manageable on major corridors such as Interstate 90 and Route 128. Drivers are still urged to watch for refreezing overnight, which could create slick spots during early morning commutes.
Residents should continue winter safety precautions, including monitoring icy conditions and protecting pipes during colder nights. While this shift is subtle, it marks a gradual easing of winter’s intensity as February unfolds, with additional outlooks possible as conditions evolve.
