News Summary
The greater Boston area is set to transition from a wet May to a warm and sunny June, with temperatures expected to rise significantly this week. Residents can anticipate highs in the low 70s on Monday, with a chance to view the Northern Lights on Sunday night. As the week progresses, temperatures may reach the 90s by Thursday, indicating the hottest day of the year so far. However, a cool down is expected for the weekend with potential rainfall. Residents are advised to prepare for the heat wave and changing weather patterns.
Boston – The greater Boston area is set to transition from a rainy May into a warm and sunny June, as the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts a significant uptick in temperatures starting this week. Meteorologist Kyle Pederson has indicated that Monday will bring a high temperature in the low 70s, providing residents with a chance to enjoy a mostly sunny day after a cool end to May.
Monday’s anticipated high is expected to be in the low 70s, with nighttime lows dipping into the 50s. Excitingly, stargazers may also have the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights on Sunday night into early Monday morning, as parts of Massachusetts fall above the predicted View Line for the aurora, potentially allowing visibility on the northern horizon.
As the week progresses, temperatures will continue to rise. Tuesday is forecasted to reach the upper 70s, accompanied by clear skies and calm winds. The weather forecast for Wednesday and Thursday predicts hot and humid conditions, with temperatures possibly nearing 90 degrees. Dew points are expected to rise to about 60, contributing to a muggy atmosphere. Wednesday’s high is expected to reach the high 80s, while Thursday is likely to reach the 90-degree mark, making it the hottest day of the year so far, surpassing the previous maximum of 84 degrees recorded on May 3.
The weather will remain sunny or mostly sunny through Wednesday and Thursday, with nights being partly cloudy. A shift in conditions is anticipated on Friday, with high temperatures projected to remain in the mid-80s, bringing possible showers in the afternoon after 2 p.m. Showers and thunderstorms may also return on Thursday and Friday, leading into a weekend that is expected to bring more rain and cooler temperatures, reaching the upper 70s.
Residents are being advised to prepare for the upcoming heat wave, ensuring they stay hydrated and seek shade or air conditioning when outdoors. Heavy downpours are expected Saturday morning, potentially contributing to intense rainfall totals. Notably, this weekend will mark the 11th consecutive Saturday with measurable rainfall in Worcester and the 9th in Boston. As of now, May 2025 is on track to be among the top five wettest months in Boston’s recorded history.
After a stormy Saturday morning, the weather is anticipated to clear, leading to a more pleasant afternoon with temperatures around 70 degrees. Gusty winds are forecasted on the Cape and Islands, likely reaching gusts of 40-45 mph, while other areas can expect gusts around 30 mph. The weather pattern for Sunday predicts a drier, less humid day with highs reaching the mid to upper 60s.
Looking ahead to Monday, expect more sunshine and mild temperatures, with highs returning to the low to mid-70s. By Tuesday, the warm weather trend is expected to continue, with temperatures rising close to 80 degrees as summer-like conditions settle into the region.
Residents are encouraged to adapt to the evolving weather patterns that are increasingly characterized by extremes in precipitation, as indicated by historical trends. Overall, the greater Boston area is preparing for a noticeable shift into warmer weather as it bids farewell to the rainy days of May.
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- CBS News: Boston Rain and Weather
- Wikipedia: Boston
- NBC Boston: Rain and Wind Forecast
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Boston
- WCVB: Heavy Rain Forecast
- Google News: Boston Weather Report
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