Boston is experiencing a significant drop in temperatures as Arctic air sweeps into the Northeast. The temperature fell below 32 degrees shortly after sunset, and it is expected to remain low for the next 36 hours. With fresh snow on the ground, overnight lows will plunge into the teens.
Cold Weather Ahead
As the Arctic air settles in, Tuesday’s temperatures will remain in the upper teens across the northwest hills and into the 20s elsewhere. Despite mostly sunny skies, wind gusts will lead to an even colder feel, making it seem like single digits during the morning commute.
Forecast for Tuesday
- Highs in the 20s.
- Wind chills dipping into single digits.
- Sunny conditions initially.
Tuesday night will bring calmer winds, causing temperatures to drop more rapidly. By Wednesday morning, many areas could see temperatures fall into the single digits.
Brief Warm-Up Expected
A slight warm-up is predicted for Wednesday. By mid-afternoon, temperatures will rise above freezing, aided by a southwest zephyr. However, spotty rain or snow showers on Wednesday night will lead to milder conditions on Thursday, with expected temperatures near 40 degrees.
Upcoming Cold Snap
By Friday, colder Arctic air will return, pushing temperatures below freezing again. The coldest air of the winter is likely to arrive over the weekend.
- Expected temperatures: Lower single digits, possibly below zero each morning.
- Potential major winter storm might affect the region later in the weekend.
Regional Forecasts
Greater Boston
Tuesday: Sunny with temperatures in the 20s. Wednesday: Cold morning, warming to just above freezing.
Central and Western Massachusetts
Tuesday: Bright skies with highs in the upper teens. Wednesday: Temperatures reaching the upper 20s to low 30s.
Southeastern Massachusetts
Tuesday: Mid- to upper 20s despite sunshine. Wednesday: A bit milder with temperatures in the mid-30s.
Cap and Islands
Tuesday: Mid-20s with sunshine. Wednesday: Increasing clouds, temperatures approaching 40 in the afternoon.
Rhode Island
Tuesday: Dominant sunshine, temperatures in the 20s. Wednesday: Highs in the upper 30s to near 40.
New Hampshire
Tuesday: Sunshine mixed with clouds, highs in the mid-teens. Wednesday: Temperatures may reach the mid-20s with increasing clouds.
Stay tuned for updates as forecasts may change in response to new data regarding potential winter storms and temperature fluctuations.
