Boston’s Getting Hit by a Big Nor’easter This Week
So, Boston’s in for some pretty rough weather starting Wednesday night and going through Friday. The main day to watch is Thursday — that’s when things are expected to get really intense. We’re talking heavy rain, strong winds, and some pretty chilly temps for this time of year. Honestly, it might feel colder than usual because of the wind blowing hard, especially near the coast.
What You Should Expect
Here’s the lowdown on what this storm could bring:
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Heavy Rain: It starts Wednesday evening and then really picks up on Thursday. So, don’t be surprised if it’s pouring for a good chunk of the day.
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Strong Winds: If you’re near the water or coastal areas, expect some gusts that could make driving tricky and mess with outdoor plans.
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Cool Weather: Daytime temperatures will hang around the low 50s (around 10°C), but the wind will make it feel colder than that.
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Flooding Risk: Some spots that don’t drain well might get minor flooding because of the steady rain, so keep an eye on that.
The Week Ahead in Boston
Here’s a quick look at how the weather’s shaping up day by day:
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Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, highs near 58°F.
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Wednesday: Clouds all day with rain starting late; highs about 53°F.
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Thursday: Rain and wind all day, highs around 51°F.
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Friday: Showers still around but maybe lighter; highs near 56°F.
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Saturday to Monday: It starts to calm down — mostly cloudy with some sun and only light showers. Temps will slowly warm back up but still a bit cooler than usual for late May.
What About the Weekend?
Looks like the weekend won’t be perfect, but it should be better than the stormy week:
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Saturday might still be cloudy but drier.
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Sunday and Monday should bring some sunshine and warmer weather, so fingers crossed!
A Few Tips to Stay Safe
If you’re in Boston this week, here are some simple things to keep in mind:
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Check traffic and weather updates before heading out.
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Don’t try driving through flooded streets — it’s way more dangerous than it looks.
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Have flashlights and fresh batteries ready in case the power goes out.
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Dress warm and waterproof if you have to be outside.
So yeah, keep an eye on the weather and be ready for some wet, windy days ahead. Hopefully, it won’t be too bad, but better to be prepared!
