BOSTON, Mass. — Eastern Massachusetts enjoys one more quiet stretch this weekend before a cooler, unsettled pattern takes over early next week. Saturday started crisp under blue skies, with a northwest breeze nudging morning readings through the 40s—perfect weather for tidying up the yard or putting finishing touches on Halloween displays. By Sunday, clouds build and the wind freshens, hinting at changes on the way.
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton says a weak coastal trough will slip in late Monday, delivering the first widespread chance of light rain in more than a week. The system should hustle through, but moisture looks sufficient to dampen the afternoon commute along I-95, I-90, and up toward Cape Ann. Winds will flip to the north and occasionally gust near 20 mph, lending the day a raw, almost November-like edge.
Tuesday trends cooler, with highs hovering around 52°F and hit-or-miss showers lingering into the midafternoon. Gardeners should secure lightweight décor and protect tender plants; thicker clouds could help pull temperatures down into the low 40s. There’s no frost signal just yet, but early model guidance points to a colder push sliding south by mid to late week.
Wednesday may feature another round of spotty, light rain before drier, cooler air settles in Thursday. Early outlooks for Friday’s trick-or-treating are favorable—dry but brisk—so plan on layering jackets over costumes. The season’s first bona fide November chill is waiting in the wings.
Five-Day Forecast for Boston, MA:
– Sat: 57/39 — Mostly sunny with a light northwest breeze.
– Sun: 54/37 — Partly sunny; a mild, steady wind.
– Mon: 53/42 — Mostly cloudy; brief light showers possible.
– Tue: 52/43 — Scattered showers; cooler north wind.
– Wed: 52/42 — Mostly cloudy; a chance of lingering light rain.
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