News Summary
Boston begins the week with muggy conditions and temperatures in the low 80s, with storms expected particularly in Western and Central New England. As the week progresses, residents will face scattered showers and a potential heat wave in some areas. This week’s forecast includes isolated afternoon thunderstorms and rising temperatures, leading to a heat index that feels closer to the mid-90s. Residents are advised to stay hydrated as they navigate the warm and humid weather ahead.
Boston Faces Muggy Heat with Rising Temperatures and Stormy Weather Ahead
Boston is starting the work week with muggy conditions and temperatures in the low 80s. As the week progresses, residents can expect a pattern of scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly in Western and Central New England.
Weather Forecast for This Week
On Monday, a weather front is bringing isolated afternoon showers and thunderstorms to the region. Tuesday is anticipated to begin with a cloudier sky, potentially accompanied by morning showers. However, by the afternoon, a mix of sun and clouds with more prevalent sunshine is expected to elevate temperatures into the upper 80s and low 90s.
Coastal areas will likely remain in the 80s, but a very low chance of spot showers might re-emerge later in the day. Heat alerts have been issued for nearly the entire state, from Boston stretching into Western Massachusetts. Dew points are currently in the low to mid-70s, causing the heat index to feel closer to the mid-90s or slightly higher.
Building Heat and Humidity
A pocket of high pressure is set to build across the Northeast, leading to increasing temperatures and humidity. The frontal system, persisting from Monday, will stall over Southern New England, resulting in variable clouds and possible morning rain before ushering in periods of sunshine.
While Boston may not enter an official heat wave due to cooling effects from the sea breeze, a significant heat wave is anticipated in areas west of the city, extending into Connecticut and Rhode Island. Southern New Hampshire may also reach heat wave conditions by Thursday afternoon.
With heightened heat and humidity levels, residents are cautioned to remain adequately hydrated and take breaks in the shade. Afternoon temperatures may persist in the 90s through Thursday.
Projected Weather Conditions
Following possible showers and thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday, a more comfortable weekend with reduced humidity is anticipated. This coming weekend could mark three weeks without significant rain for Greater Boston.
Local Forecasts
For Tuesday, local forecasts suggest morning showers could occur, particularly in Greater Boston, where highs are expected to reach the upper 80s. The north and south shores are predicted to see highs in the low to mid-80s.
Southeast Massachusetts will have a cloudy start with potential morning sprinkles, transitioning into variable clouds and sunshine with afternoon highs in the mid-80s. In Central and Western Massachusetts, temperatures could climb to around 90 degrees with diminishing clouds throughout the morning.
The Cape and Islands can expect morning clouds and some spot showers, with temperatures rising to the upper 70s later in the day. In Rhode Island, a mix of clouds and sunshine is likely, but higher dew points may create a heat index that feels like the 90s, especially north of Providence. New Hampshire is set to enjoy mostly sunny skies with highs in the upper 80s and low 90s, while Vermont and Maine are also predicted to experience similar weather conditions, expecting mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching the upper 80s and low 90s, accompanied by improved dew points in the mid to upper 60s.
Conclusion
As Boston grapples with rising temperatures and high humidity, residents should prepare for the heat and remain alert to potential stormy weather patterns throughout the week. Understanding and planning for these conditions will be crucial in navigating the muggy weather effectively.
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- NBC Boston: Forecast of Storms Paired with Heat and Humidity
- Boston Globe: Boston Weather Tuesday – Heat and Humidity Build
- WHDH: Hot and Humid Week Ahead
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- Wikipedia: Weather
