Todays Weather in Boston · 11 May 2026 · 3 min

Clear Start, Rainy Midweek, Sunny Weekend — Boston Forecast

Boston gets a clean split this week: sunny low-60s Monday and Tuesday, then soaking rain Wednesday through Thursday before a warm, sunny weekend. Here's what to wear, when to bring the umbrella, and why this rainfall matters for Massachusetts drought conditions.

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Clear Start, Rainy Midweek, Sunny Weekend — Boston Forecast

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Monday-Tuesday Clear Window

A clean split is what defines this week. The first half is yours to use.

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Wednesday Rain Arrives

Wednesday is where the week turns. The morning commute should still be dry, so don't let that fool you.

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Thursday Full Rain Day

Thursday is the full wet day. Rain continues through the evening, with total accumulation somewhere between half an inch and one inch across the greater Boston area.

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Drought Behind the Rain

The important distinction with this rain is what it means beyond the forecast. April was Massachusetts' driest April since two thousand and ten.

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Weekend Warmup Outlook

The week ends well. Rain clears by Friday, and Saturday and Sunday both look excellent.

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