Boston’s Winter Chill: When the Snow Will Fade

The city is still wrapped in a quiet cold that will linger until the end of the week. Temperatures are holding steady in the 40s, with a mild rise expected over Friday and Saturday. These slight warm spells will help the snow start to melt, but big piles in shaded spots will need more time and stronger heat to disappear. The average high for this period is 41 degrees. Boston has been cooler than usual up to now, yet the snowfall has not slowed. The town has already received about 61 inches of snow this season, more than twice the amount seen last year. The forecast does not rule out additional snowfall before the snow finally melts.A cold front is set to move in early Sunday morning, bringing brief snow showers that could leave a thin coating or up to 3 inches in some places. The forecast will soon specify which neighborhoods are likely to see little or no snow and where the 3 inches might fall. Once the front passes, a surge of Arctic air will settle in for the coming week. Sunday’s highs will remain in the 30s, while Monday’s temperatures could drop to the low‑mid 20s. Overnight lows may fall into single digits, making Monday feel noticeably colder than Saturday. By Tuesday the climate will shift back toward normal ranges. The weather pattern is expected to stay active through next week, with Tuesday and Wednesday offering chances for both rain and snow. Residents should keep an eye on the daily updates to prepare for any sudden changes.