Scorching heat persists in Boston for a third consecutive week, with no foreseeable relief through rainfall.
In the upcoming days, Boston is expected to experience a prolonged heat wave with very few chances of rain [1]. This heatwave, the third of the summer, has already seen 16 days at or above 90 degrees at Logan Airport in Boston since June [2]. The lack of rain for the next two weeks could significantly affect lawns, gardens, and reservoirs, with "significant drought" conditions already noted on Cape Cod last week [3].
The current heat wave is causing concern, leading to a heat emergency declaration in Boston, with temperatures and heat indices reaching into the upper 90s [1]. Although the region is under record highs and heat advisories, Boston may not reach the highest alert level, but the danger remains high [1].
A cold front is set to arrive in Massachusetts on Thursday, bringing slightly cooler, drier air and lowering temperatures into the 80s [4]. However, the relief from the heat may be short-lived as long-range models suggest more above-average heat as August continues [5].
Meanwhile, several tropical waves are moving across the Atlantic Ocean, with one disturbance having a decent shot at developing into Tropical Storm Erin [6]. If it does strengthen, the disturbance's forecast track will not be reliable until it becomes better organized [7].
Jacob Wycoff, a member of the National Weather Association and the American Meteorological Society, will contribute to weekend morning newscasts at WBZ-TV, providing updates on the weather situation [8]. For many towns in Massachusetts, this is the fourth heat wave of the summer [9].
As the city prepares for the continued heat, it's essential for vulnerable populations to take extra precautions to stay safe. The heat and humidity pose health risks, prompting city-led support and advisories [1].
In the coming days, Boston is expected to reach the low 90s on Monday, mid-90s on Tuesday, and potentially the mid-to-upper 90s on Wednesday, with the hottest day yet potentially occurring on Wednesday [10]. The best chance for rain over the next week is on Thursday, but it is expected to be only light showers [11].
As the peak of hurricane season (Late August through September) approaches, Boston residents are urged to stay informed and heed any warnings or advisories issued by local authorities and weather services.
References:
- Boston declares heat emergency as temperatures soar
- Boston's heatwave: 16 days at or above 90 degrees since June
- Drought conditions worsen on Cape Cod
- Cold front to bring cooler, drier air to Massachusetts
- Long-range models suggest more above-average heat as August continues
- Tropical waves moving across the Atlantic Ocean
- Disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean has a decent shot at developing
- Jacob Wycoff, meteorologist at WBZ-TV
- Fourth heat wave of the summer for many towns in Massachusetts
- Boston's temperature forecast for the rest of August 2025
- Light showers expected on Thursday
- The heat emergency declaration in Boston is alarming, as the city anticipates temperatures reaching upper 90s due to the ongoing heat wave, causing significant concern for public health.
- The upcoming weather forecasting indicates a possible weather-forecasting challenge, as models suggest more above-average heat continuing in August, potentially prolonging the heat wave and exacerbating the news of record high temperatures and drought conditions.
