A significant winter storm is forecasted to collide with Arctic cold air, presenting serious implications for Boston’s weather this coming weekend. As we progress through the Winter 2025-2026 season, this period may become noteworthy for its extreme conditions.
Boston’s Upcoming Weather Forecast
Boston recently experienced its largest snowstorm of the season on a Sunday night, marking a dramatic shift in weather patterns. As temperatures plummet Monday night, residents should prepare for significantly colder conditions.
Temperature Drop and Wind Chill
- Monday Night: A steep decline in temperatures is expected.
- Tuesday Morning: Air temperatures across southern New England will mainly range in the teens.
- Wind Conditions: Gusty winds will contribute to “feels-like” temperatures in the single digits.
- Tuesday Night: Expect air temperatures to dip into the single digits.
After the frigid temperatures, there will be a brief recovery on Thursday, with highs approaching 40 degrees in the afternoon.
Major Storm System Development
Later this week, a significant storm system is expected to develop in the southern United States. This system is projected to be the most impactful storm of the winter thus far.
Predictions for Snow and Ice
- Forecasts suggest over a foot of snow may accumulate across a 1,000-mile stretch, affecting areas from Arkansas to the Tennessee Valley, and into Virginia and Maryland.
- Currently, no New England states are expected to receive such snowfall, but that may change.
Atmospheric Conflict This Weekend
An atmospheric clash is anticipated over the weekend. A surge of Arctic air, even colder than what is expected Tuesday, will move down from Canada. Simultaneously, the southern storm system will attempt to progress northward into the Mid-Atlantic.
Potential Outcomes
- If the Arctic air prevails, New England will likely remain dry while experiencing the coldest air of the season.
- Should the storm push further north, residents could face a significant winter storm with warmer conditions.
Current indications suggest that the colder Arctic air may dominate, leading to an extremely cold winter weekend ahead. Regardless, this weather event promises to have a considerable impact across the region.
