Monday’s 1°Outside Insights: Heat & Humidity Returns Wednesday, Likely With Some Storms

In today’s 1°Outside Insights, going deeper into the “why” behind the forecast of the coming days, Matt says the weather story can be told both at the surface, and in the upper levels of the atmosphere.  Both indicate great weather for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with an elevated chance of showers/storms later Wednesday in increased heat & humidity.

Current Weather Overview

An area of low pressure is moving across northern New England today, bringing a slow-moving cold front. This front is causing scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, although not as intense as Sunday’s weather. High pressure and fair weather will build in behind the front, giving us a nice break.

Detailed Forecast

Monday:

  • Low Pressure: Scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
  • Evening: Showers and storms may last into the evening but will quiet down with clearing skies. Temperatures drop to around 60°F.

Tuesday:

  • High Pressure: A fantastic day with high temperatures rebounding into the mid-80s and low humidity. Enjoy the pleasant weather!

Wednesday:

  • Next Disturbance: A disturbance from the Midwest raises the chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially late in the day into the evening.
  • Temperatures: Highs around 90°F in Boston, Providence, Hartford, and western Massachusetts. Central New England will see around 85°F.
  • Humidity: Muggy conditions return to central and southern New England, though not as intense as last week.
  • Severe Weather: The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted the area for scattered severe weather, particularly Wednesday evening, with an isolated flash flood potential.

Thursday:

  • Break in the Action: Another nice day with good weather.

Friday:

  • Exceptional Weather: Looks to be an outstanding day.

Additional Insights

  • Comfortable Air: As the cold front moves through tonight, more comfortable air will settle in, making for a pleasant Tuesday.
  • Predicted Radar and Clouds: By midday Wednesday, northern New England will see showers, with the chance of showers and thunderstorms increasing to the south and east by the evening.

Stay Informed

For a detailed 14-day forecast, check our app. We provide a quick overview and a deeper dive into the meteorology driving the forecast. If you need a 24-hour forecast, check Noyes’s Notes on One Degree Outside Today.