Boston’s weather flip: sunshine today, rain around the corner

Boston wakes up to bright skies today, with most areas enjoying sunshine and temperatures climbing into the mid-60s inland. Coastal spots stay cooler, stuck in the low 50s thanks to a steady ocean breeze. That mild weather won’t last long, though. Clouds are already building up, and by tomorrow, showers could start dotting the coast. A cold front moving in Wednesday night will turn those scattered drops into a full rain event by Thursday.Meteorologists have labeled Thursday a "First Alert" day because heavy downpours are expected in parts of the region. After weeks of dry conditions and growing wildfire risks in New England, this rain is more than just a nuisance—it’s a relief. Still, drivers should prepare for slick roads and possible flooding in low-lying areas. Northern New England might get over an inch of rain, while Greater Boston stays drier with less than an inch expected. Temperatures will take a dip too. Wednesday’s highs range from the 50s near the coast to the 60s inland, but Thursday’s highs barely reach the upper 40s and low 50s. Friday brings a break with partly cloudy skies and highs in the mid-50s. The weekend stays quiet, though a stray shower might sneak into southeastern Massachusetts Saturday evening.