Massachusetts: A Day of Wind, Rain, and Snow

A Chilly Start with a Warming Trend

Massachusetts is in for a wild weather ride on Sunday. The day begins with a chilly morning, but temperatures will rise as the day progresses.

Wind Advisory for the Berkshires

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the Berkshires, with gusts potentially reaching 50 mph. This advisory is in effect from 9 p.m. Sunday to 9 a.m. Monday.

Rain Showers and Temperatures

• Early Morning Rain: Showers are expected along the south coast, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket.
• Temperatures: Hovering in the mid to upper 30s—good news as it means no freezing rain.
• Mid-Morning Break: Rain will temporarily subside, but more showers are expected off the coast later in the day.
• Heaviest Rainfall: Likely in Nantucket.

Snow Squalls in the Afternoon

• Timing: Expected to start in western Massachusetts around 5 p.m. and reach the I-95 corridor by 9 p.m.
• Impact: Snow squalls can cause poor visibility and quick snow buildup, so travelers should be extra cautious during late afternoon and early evening.

Strong Winds Overnight

• Gusts: 30 to 40 mph across most of Massachusetts, with northern Worcester County seeing 40 to 45 mph gusts.
• Peak Wind Times: Strongest winds from 8 p.m. to midnight, with peak gusts between midnight and 6 a.m. Monday.
• Breezy Conditions: Continue into Monday morning, but gusts will weaken to 20 to 30 mph.

Regional Forecasts

Boston

• High: 45°
• Low: 26°
• Conditions: Rain and patchy fog, then mostly sunny.

Hyannis

• High: 43°
• Low: 25°
• Conditions: Rain mainly before 3 p.m. with patchy fog.

Pittsfield

• High: 36°
• Low: 20°
• Conditions: Cloudy through mid-morning, slight chance of snow showers later.

Springfield

• High: 43°
• Low: 25°
• Conditions: Slight chance of rain and patchy fog, then clearing.

Worcester

• High: 42°
• Low: 23°
• Conditions: Slight chance of rain and patchy fog, then clearing.