Sunny Days Ahead, But Watch the Morning Fog

A new weather pattern is set to keep Massachusetts mostly clear and warm through Thursday night into the weekend, but commuters should brace for slippery mornings. Temperatures will rise to mid‑to‑upper 30s across most of the state, with Boston and Springfield reaching 37 degrees, Worcester hitting 36, Cape Cod and the Islands staying at 37, while the Berkshires linger around 30. The National Weather Service has issued a special statement warning that freezing fog could make early‑morning travel difficult for many residents. Thursday night will bring a dip, with Boston dropping to 10 degrees and Central and Western Massachusetts seeing single‑digit lows; a gentle breeze will keep wind chill near zero.Cape Cod, however, remains warmer at 23 degrees and may experience light snow showers between 8 p. m. and 9 p. m. , though only a 20 percent chance of precipitation is forecast, leaving the rest of the state snow‑free. Friday will see a rebound to upper 30s, and Saturday’s temperatures could climb into the upper 40s. Sunday morning might bring scattered snow showers, with a 20 percent chance of precipitation in Boston and 30 percent in Western Massachusetts. Overall, the forecast suggests a sunny weekend with mild temperatures, but commuters should remain cautious of early‑morning fog and potential icy patches.