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- calendar_today October 12, 2026
Monday Sees Brighter Skies Before Changes Arrive
The start of the week brought heavy cloud cover to the region on Monday morning, but conditions brightened and warmed up as the day progressed. However, this mild and pleasant weather is short-lived as a new system approaches.
Increasing Cloud Cover and Overnight Lows on Monday Night
Monday night will see a return of increasing cloud cover. Overnight temperatures are expected to drop, with lows settling into the upper 40s and low 50s. There is a slight chance of a stray shower developing during the night.
Tuesday Forecast: Cooler Temperatures and Spotty Showers
The weather will turn much cooler on Tuesday due to the arrival of a backdoor cold front. This system will bring noticeable temperature variation across the state. North of the Mass Pike, highs are expected to stay in the 40s and 50s, while areas south of the Pike may experience temperatures in the 50s, potentially reaching the low 60s.
Throughout Tuesday, rain chances are present as spotty, hit-or-miss showers are likely to occur throughout both the morning and afternoon. Showers may continue into the evening and overnight as well. Residents are advised to keep rain gear handy due to the on-and-off nature of these showers.
Midweek Warmth Followed by Another Cool Down
Significant changes are on the horizon starting Wednesday. Temperatures will begin the day on a mild note in the upper 50s, with highs climbing to the low to mid 70s under partly sunny skies. Breezy conditions are expected, and the breeze will linger into Thursday when skies will be mostly sunny. Overnight lows dip to the upper 40s, while Thursday's daytime highs cool to the low 60s.
End of Week: Windy Conditions and Temperature Lows
Friday brings windy conditions and another round of rain chances. With lows in the morning around the low 40s and highs capped near the low 60s, the rain and clouds will help keep temperatures on the cooler side. Looking ahead to Saturday, the fall weather takes a firm hold—expect windy and chilly conditions, with temperatures in the 40s for most of the day and only a slim possibility of a spot shower as partly sunny skies persist.
Cold Mornings and a Chilly Weekend Outlook
Sunday marks a substantial drop in temperature lows, with morning readings tumbling to the low to mid 30s. Despite mostly sunny skies through the day, highs rebound only to the low 50s with a lingering chilly breeze. The cold trend continues into Monday morning, which will again start in the 30s before temperatures reach the upper 50s and low 60s under a sun and cloud mix.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as the weekly weather continues to bring fall weather transitions, including cooler temperatures, variable cloud cover, and chances for spotty showers.
Source: whdh.com.
