Anyone else feel like Saturday’s sun and warmth was a lifetime ago? We’re back into a more typical early May pattern across New England — and this week’s setup could bring real impacts, including localized flooding.
In today’s Monday Insights, Danielle Noyes explains how a cutoff upper-level low over the Ohio Valley is pumping moisture into the Northeast — and that’s what’s giving us this train of rain. Through Wednesday, expect multiple rounds of showers and downpours. A rumble of thunder? Totally possible. But it’s not a washout from start to finish — there will be lulls, and a bit of improvement by Thursday.
Here’s what you need to know:
Localized flooding is the biggest concern — especially in CT, RI, and Western MA, where 2–4+ inches of rain could fall by Wednesday evening.
Rain gear is essential — and not just today. Keep it handy through midweek.
Tuesday’s commutes (both AM and PM) could be impacted by locally heavy rain and embedded thunder.
Wednesday brings more showers and downpours, but it’s a bit warmer with 60s returning.
Thursday is our best weather day: highs 65–70 in Southern New England with sunshine peeking through.
Friday into Saturday brings our next storm system — another upper-level low diving out of Canada that could develop into a coastal storm.
Mother’s Day? Still early, but the trend looks hopeful for improvement in the second half of the weekend.
Bottom line: this is a 3-day stretch of active weather, with shifting rain zones and daily timing that may vary. Use our free app to stay on top of it — the radar in Past + Future mode is your best friend this week.
Also, if you’re heading to Fenway Park for any of the games vs. the Texans this week, Tuesday and Wednesday will come with shower chances. Thursday looks like your best bet for dry skies and mid-to-upper 60s.
More details to come in today’s Pattern Predictions video — stay tuned!
