Boston dries out for 15 days before warm rain returns

The drought in Boston is deepening. The city has now recorded 15 consecutive days without measurable precipitation. Meteorologists predict this streak will extend to 19 days before rain finally arrives on Thursday. This lack of moisture has left the region parched ahead of what should be a wetter late autumn season.

Current conditions offer a reprieve with sunshine and light winds. Temperatures on Sunday are tracking near average, reaching the mid to upper 50s or low 60s. However, a sharp shift in weather patterns is on the horizon. A warmer air mass will push through during the workweek, driving temperatures into the mid to upper 60s for many areas. Some cities may even reach 70 degrees between Monday and Thursday.

This heat will place the region roughly 10 degrees above normal temperatures for the time of year. The weather will feel more like September than November. Residents can expect continued sunshine on Monday, though high clouds will begin to accumulate as Tuesday approaches. Voters heading to the polls for the election will likely need a jacket when lines form in the morning. By afternoon, temperatures will be high enough for short sleeves.

The milder weather will persist through Wednesday with a mix of sun and clouds. The turning point arrives on Thursday. Forecasters expect a low-pressure system to take control, bringing unsettled weather. Rain is most likely to fall during the second half of the day. This precipitation would officially break the 19-day dry streak.

The return of moisture may come in force. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday all appear unsettled as the low-pressure system continues to influence the forecast. While the immediate days will be warm, the late-week outlook remains volatile. Modelers still show discrepancies in the exact timing and intensity of the rain. Local forecasters will continue to update predictions as the system evolves over the weekend.