Warm Days Ahead, Then a Rainy Surprise

Boston will feel the heat first. The week starts with a strong warm front, raising temperatures by about 15 degrees from Sunday. Sunny skies are expected and the high should reach the low 70s. Breezes will keep the air moving, with gusts up to 28 mph. On Tuesday, temperatures climb a bit more. The high tops out in the upper 70s and the sky stays mostly clear. Wind speeds may rise to 25–35 mph, with occasional gusts near 40 mph. Wednesday brings a shift. The heat fades as temperatures drop into the high 60s and clouds gather. Winds stay gusty, and rain is likely in the afternoon. The wet spell may linger into Wednesday night, but chances lessen by Thursday.Thursday could see another brief rain episode, depending on how a low‑pressure system moves nearby. The high will fall into the upper 50s, while nighttime lows could dip into the 40s. Friday and the weekend stay cooler. Highs hover near or just below normal in the 60s, with a chance of light showers. Some suburban areas might experience frost at night. Overall, the city enjoys a brief warm spell before mid‑week rain and cooler temperatures settle in for the rest of the week.