Tuesday Insights: Some Midweek Showers & Tropical Storm Ernesto Update

Today, we’re experiencing a brief break in the shower activity, with some disturbed weather to our south bringing clouds and showers. Meanwhile, a weakening cold front is approaching from Eastern Canada. This front will leave behind some upper-level energy that will affect us on Wednesday. This means we can expect clouds to bubble up, bringing along with them some showers and perhaps an isolated thunderstorm, particularly in the northern half of New England.

However, don’t let this deter your outdoor plans—these showers will be scattered and brief. Thursday follows a similar pattern with variable morning clouds giving way to a few afternoon showers or thunderstorms. Again, anything that does develop should be short-lived, so there’s no need to cancel your plans. Just be prepared to duck inside briefly if needed.

Looking Ahead to the Weekend

As we approach Friday, the weather will be relatively quiet, with just an isolated shower possible. The next disturbance, however, begins to make its approach as we head into the weekend. Saturday should start off dry, with increasing clouds throughout the day. By late afternoon, Western New England might start seeing some scattered showers or a thunderstorm, and this unsettled weather will continue into Sunday.

Tropical Update: Ernesto on the Move

Tropical Storm Ernesto is currently spinning over the Lesser Antilles with winds of 45 mph and higher gusts. It’s expected to move over the U.S. and British Virgin Islands by this evening, skirting Eastern Puerto Rico. Ernesto is forecasted to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by tomorrow evening and become a Category 2 storm as it moves further out into the Atlantic. Bermuda will need to stay on high alert as the storm progresses. For us here at home, an increased risk of rip currents and swell is likely particularly in the second half of the weekend. We’ll keep you posted on any changes.

The Next Few Days: What to Expect

  • Wednesday: Highs between 80-85°F with a chance of a shower or isolated thunderstorm. No widespread severe weather is expected, though brief downpours or gusty winds are possible.
  • Thursday: Expect highs around 80°F with pop-up showers or thunderstorms—hit or miss across different communities.
  • Friday: Variable clouds and highs either side of 80°F. An isolated shower.
  • Saturday: Mostly dry through the morning and afternoon, with highs around 80°F. Clouds will increase throughout the day, and there’s a chance of showers or a thunderstorm by late afternoon in Western New England. Dewpoints will rise, bringing slightly more humid conditions into the weekend.

As always, we’ll keep you updated with any changes, particularly as we track Tropical Storm Ernesto. If you haven’t already, be sure to download the 1DegreeOutside Weather app for the latest forecasts and updates!