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New England experiences a frosty Monday morning with temperatures in the 30s, but is expected to warm up to the low 70s later in the day. Sunny conditions continue through mid-week, with potential showers and increased humidity by the weekend. Recent rainfall has alleviated drought conditions across the region, providing relief to agriculture and water supply systems.
BOSTON – New England is waking up to a chilly start on Monday morning, with temperatures in the 30s expected particularly west of the coastline. A touch of frost is possible in some locations as the region receives this last jolt of cold weather before the milder temperatures of spring and summer settle in.
Monday morning temperatures are hovering around 50°F in Greater Boston, and conditions are expected to improve throughout the day. Highs are projected to reach the low 70s across New England, making for a comfortable afternoon after the frigid start. Regions such as Central and Western Massachusetts might experience a bit of frost in their coldest areas but can also anticipate sunny afternoons with temperatures nearing 70°F.
Southeastern Massachusetts will mirror these temperatures, reaching around 70°F but feeling slightly cooler along the coastline. The Cape Cod and Islands are expected to enjoy pleasant weather, with temperatures in the mid-60s on Monday and reaching the upper 60s on Tuesday. Rhode Island will benefit from similar sunny conditions in the 60s as well. Meanwhile, New Hampshire anticipates sunny skies with temperatures around 70°F, although the mountainous regions will be cooler.
The week ahead can be divided into two distinct halves. The first half, from Monday through Wednesday, will feature dry and sunny conditions with comfortable humidity levels. Expect high pressure to keep precipitation away until late in the week. After the chilly start to Monday, Tuesday is forecasted to show a bit of a warming trend leading temperatures into the middle 70s by afternoon. Wednesday, however, will introduce increasing cloud cover while remaining around 70°F.
Towards the end of the week, the weather pattern shifts as humidity levels rise, and there is a potential for showers or even thunderstorms from Friday into Saturday. This forecast warns that air conditioners might need a test run as humidity increases, contrasting with the drier conditions that have characterized the beginning of the week.
This month, rainfall has helped to alleviate drought conditions significantly across the region. Boston recorded approximately 3 inches of rainfall, while Worcester received about 4 inches. As a result of this precipitation, most of last fall’s drought conditions are now over, providing some relief to the local agriculture and water supply systems.
Overall, New England is looking at a favorable weather pattern with more sun than clouds through Tuesday. The chilly start on Monday serves as a reminder of the transitions in weather as the region moves towards warmer days ahead.
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