Boston Weather: Heat Persists Before Late-Week Cool Down

What Happened

Boston and surrounding areas are experiencing hot and humid weather, with highs expected in the upper 80s to low 90s early in the week. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible, particularly in the evenings and in western parts of the state. A tornado warning and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of Vermont on Monday evening, with some trees falling and power lines reportedly downed in western Franklin County, Vermont.

Background

Boston has been in a heat wave, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees for three consecutive days leading into Monday. Humidity levels have been high, contributing to oppressive conditions late last week and over the weekend.

Key Facts

• High temperatures in Boston are expected to remain in the upper 80s to low 90s early in the week, with a decrease into the 70s by Friday and the weekend.
• Humidity levels are expected to decrease significantly by Wednesday and remain comfortable through the weekend.
• Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecasted for Monday evening, with a possibility of stronger storms in western Massachusetts.
• Tuesday and Wednesday are forecast to be sunny and dry with highs in the mid-80s.
• A system moving in Thursday may bring showers and thunderstorms, with the rain expected to be short-lived.
• A tornado warning and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of Vermont on Monday evening.
• Trees fell and downed power lines were reported in western Franklin County, Vermont.

What Happens Next

Cooler and drier air is expected to settle in for Friday and the weekend, bringing comfortable humidity levels and highs in the 70s to lower 80s, along with sunny skies conducive to outdoor activities.