A brief round of snow will hit the Boston region tonight, causing sloppy roads and a wintry mix before turning into rain Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, there is a minor possibility of snow starting late Wednesday night, with lows around 34°F and light east winds. Snow showers will continue until the early morning hours Thursday before transitioning to rain between 9 and 11 a.m. Accumulations are predicted to be minimal, but untreated roads and sidewalks may turn slippery during the morning commute.
Thursday’s high will be 44°F under a mostly overcast sky, with breezes from the east at 6 to 8 mph. By Thursday night, temperatures will fall into the mid-30s, keeping roadways moist but preventing substantial refreezing.
Friday will see partly sunny skies and a high of 48°F, providing a break from the wintry mix. Looking ahead to the weekend, Boston will see a considerable warm-up, with highs hitting 58°F on Saturday and 60°F on Sunday. The milder weather will be accompanied by increasing clouds and gusty gusts, with rain expected late Sunday into Monday.
Drivers on Interstate 90, Route 128, and local roads should exercise caution tonight and early Thursday due to probable slick patches. Warmer temperatures in the afternoon will assist to ameliorate circumstances, resulting in a milder spring weekend.