WAKEFIELD, MA – Crisp air hangs over Essex County this morning as winds sweep in ahead of another early-December chill, signaling a quick-moving system that could bring snow showers and gusty winds into Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, conditions stay mostly calm through Friday, but a developing front late Friday night could bring a dusting to half an inch of snow to parts of northeastern Massachusetts, including Wakefield, Woburn, and Beverly. The mix may start as light rain early Saturday before turning to snow as colder air rushes in. Wind gusts could reach 30 mph, dropping wind chills into the teens by evening.
Drivers along I-95 and Route 128 should plan for brief slick spots and reduced visibility during the changeover. The system is fast-moving but marks a sharp transition to winter-like air, with highs Saturday only in the mid-30s. By Sunday, sunshine returns, though the chill lingers — morning lows could dip near 16°F in sheltered areas.
Long-range trends point to a colder, more active pattern building Dec. 11–17, with potential for stronger snow systems across New England as holiday travel ramps up. For now, residents should brace for a frosty weekend and the first true taste of winter in the Bay State.
Five-Day Outlook (Wakefield, MA)
- Friday: Sunny, high 38°F.
- Saturday: Chance rain/snow, high 36°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 37°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high 35°F.
- Tuesday: Chance snow, high 40°F.
