News Summary
Boston is experiencing a regional heatwave, with towns across New England recording their first 90°F temperatures of the season. The city has avoided this threshold due to onshore winds. As humidity levels rise, the conditions feel more oppressive, and forecasts indicate potential severe storms and flash flooding in the region. Residents are urged to stay informed and prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions as the heatwave persists.
Boston is experiencing a regional heatwave as many towns across New England have recorded their first temperatures of 90°F this season. Although the heat has enveloped much of the area, Boston itself has managed to avoid crossing the 90° threshold due to a persistent onshore wind that has moderated the temperature.
Along with the high temperatures, dewpoints reaching into the upper 60s have amplified the sense of mugginess, making conditions feel more oppressive than the temperatures alone would suggest. As this heatwave unfolds, forecasts indicate a slight relief in temperatures tomorrow, but humidity levels are expected to stay elevated throughout the day.
In addition to the heat, the region faces the threat of severe weather. A frontal system is generating severe thunderstorms and flash flooding from New York to Ohio. The Storm Prediction Center has issued warnings for the potential of significant storm activity throughout the region. There is a particularly notable risk for severe storms north and west of Boston occurring between 2 PM and 10 PM tomorrow. Outside of Cape Cod, all areas remain at an isolated risk for severe storms, urging residents to remain vigilant.
The impending storms pose various hazards, including damaging winds with gusts that could exceed 60 mph. Additionally, localized flooding resulting from heavy downpours is also a concern as storms roll through the area. As night falls, temperatures are projected to stay mild, lingering in the 60s, with a chance of isolated showers developing overnight.
Tomorrow morning may see the arrival of thunderstorms, but the most potent storms are expected to emerge in the afternoon and evening hours. Inland areas will continue to experience warmer temperatures, ranging from the upper 70s to low 80s, while coastal towns are likely to remain cooler in the 70s due to the influence of the marine layer.
Moving into Friday, the weather pattern will shift slightly as humidity persists, but temperatures are forecasted to drop. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are anticipated, which may include strong gusts and localized downpours. Some storms could escalate to severe levels, posing further risks to the region.
The weekend forecast predicts scattered rain across areas north and west of Boston on Saturday. The conditions should improve on Sunday, with a brighter outlook featuring partly to mostly cloudy skies. While the weekend may offer some respite from the heat and storms, the lingering humidity will still be a factor for residents going about their weekend activities.
As New England navigates this early summer heatwave and potential severe weather, residents are encouraged to stay informed and prepare for rapidly changing conditions. Monitoring local weather reports will be essential as the storm system progresses, particularly for those in areas most at risk for severe thunderstorms.
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- Boston 25 News
- Wikipedia: Heat Wave
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- Google Search: New England weather
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- Google Scholar: severe weather New England
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Thunderstorm
- Boston Globe
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