A simple guide to Massachusetts weather this week

Massachusetts is in for a mix of sunshine and changing temperatures this week. While most areas will start bright and clear, the western part of the state will feel noticeably warmer than the east. Sunday kicks things off with clouds fading and temperatures climbing to the low 60s in the west, while the east stays cooler in the mid-50s. Overnight, the drop in temperature could reach the upper 30s and low 40s, so a light jacket might be useful. Monday and Tuesday keep the sunny pattern going across the whole state. The east stays chilly in the low to mid-50s, but the west enjoys milder weather around the mid-60s. By Tuesday night, a slight shift begins as the Berkshires and eastern areas face a small chance of rain early Wednesday morning.Wednesday turns cloudier as the week progresses. The east and central parts of the state struggle to break out of the 50s, while the west edges closer to the low 60s. Rain chances increase in the Berkshires by afternoon, and by evening, most of Massachusetts will see wet conditions. Temperatures dip further into the mid-40s as the rain sets in. Thursday continues the rainy trend, with showers lasting most of the day. The east might see things clear up by 9 p. m. , but the west and central regions could stay damp into the night. The week wraps up with temperatures holding in the mid-50s, making umbrellas a must for many.