On Tuesday, New England is set to enjoy a significant stretch of calm and glorious weather, characterized by mostly sunny and blue skies as high pressure dominates the region. This high pressure will not only settle the winds but also retain dry air, contributing to an exceptionally comfortable day ahead.
Temperatures are expected to rise to a pleasant upper 70s after a cool start of low 60s in the morning. As evening approaches, temperatures will ease back, slipping to the 50s for many areas, creating a delightful backdrop for evening activities.
The key distinction on Tuesday compared to Monday is the notably calm winds, thanks to the persistent high pressure which will ensure clearer skies throughout New England. Any remnants of haze visible on the horizon on Monday will have dissipated by Tuesday.
Morning commutes across the region promise a refreshingly cool atmosphere, with temperatures lingering in the low 60s. The afternoon is anticipated to warm into the mid to upper 70s, although areas like Boston and the North and South Shores may experience slightly cooler temperatures due to a potential sea breeze.
One of the most pleasurable aspects of this weather is the comfortable, dry air. The influx of cooler Canadian air brings dew points down to the 40s and low 50s, a rarity for the summer season and a welcome change. This dry air promotes effective evaporative cooling throughout the night, allowing many locations to cool down to the 50s, making for a wonderfully comfortable evening.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, a transition in airflow is anticipated as the high pressure gradually shifts toward the south. Although the weather will remain dry with largely sunny skies, temperatures and humidity levels are expected to rise. By Thursday, the 90s could make a return, with dew points creeping into the more humid 60s.
Friday is poised to be a heat alert day, with highs climbing into the low to mid-90s. The rise in humidity could elevate the “feels-like” temperatures closer to the triple digits. Furthermore, Friday afternoon may present the next opportunity for widespread rainfall, as showers and thunderstorms could develop across the region.
As we approach the weekend, conditions may become slightly unsettled due to the front from Friday lingering in the area. This front will likely slow down as it collides with the North Atlantic Bermuda high, establishing a storm track just south of New England. As a result, both Saturday and Sunday may see scattered showers or thunderstorms, predominantly in the afternoons, with highs expected to hover around the 80-degree mark.
Breaking down the forecast for various regions: Greater Boston is forecasted to experience mostly sunny skies, with highs ranging in the mid- to upper 70s and possibly cooler by the shores. Clear skies are expected overnight, dropping lows to the upper 50s and low 60s.
Southeastern Massachusetts will enjoy a sunny day with highs reaching the mid-70s, slightly cooler along the coast. Nighttime conditions will also clear, with lows in the low 60s.
In Central and Western Massachusetts, bright sunshine is anticipated, leading to highs in the upper 70s and mid-70s in the Berkshires. As with other regions, clear nights are expected, with lows in the upper 50s and low 60s.
As for the Cape and Islands, expect clear and bright conditions with highs reaching the low and mid-70s. Clear skies will persist through the night, with lows in the 60s.
Rhode Island is set for a sunny day with highs in the mid- to upper 70s, conditions remaining clear through the evening with lows in the 60s.
In New Hampshire, bright conditions will shine upon the region with highs in the low to mid-70s, transitioning to lows in the 50s under clear skies.
Vermont and Maine can also expect mostly sunny weather, with highs in the mid- to upper 70s and lows dipping to the low 50s under partly to mostly clear conditions.
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