Boston, MA is waking up to partly sunny skies and a high near 62°F this Friday, May 22 — a perfectly acceptable late-May day, even if it doesn’t feel like it. A cool east wind of 6 to 9 mph keeps it brisk along the waterfront and near Fenway, so pack a light jacket and enjoy it while it lasts. Rain is coming this weekend, and it means business.
Today’s Setup
A surface high pressure system over the Great Lakes is keeping things dry and mostly pleasant through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Friday is the cleaner of the two days — partly sunny, low wind, no rain concerns. Saturday clouds over and cools to near 63°F, but the dry air in the lower atmosphere holds off widespread rain through the afternoon. If you have outdoor plans this weekend, Saturday daytime is your window.
One heads-up for allergy sufferers: those persistent east winds are moving pollen around the region today. If spring trees have been bothering you, keep your antihistamine close.
Red Sox Series at Fenway
The Boston Red Sox host the Minnesota Twins all weekend at Fenway Park. Friday’s game looks comfortable — 62°F and partly sunny is classic New England baseball weather. Saturday’s game should stay dry through first pitch, just breezy and overcast. Sunday is the problem: the National Weather Service puts rain chances at 92% with widespread showers expected all day. Check for any schedule adjustments before heading down Yawkey Way. Dress the part with a Boston Red Sox jersey and a Boston Red Sox fitted cap — and bring a soft cooler backpack for snacks.
Sunday: Widespread Rain
A low-pressure system sweeps through New England Saturday night into Sunday, delivering what forecasters describe as significant warm frontal precipitation with near-record moisture levels. Expect rain throughout Sunday, May 24, with a high only near 57°F. This is not a severe weather situation for Boston — the excessive rainfall risk flagged by the Weather Prediction Center targets the Ohio Valley and Southern Appalachians, not New England — but it will be a soaking, gray day. A heated vest is worth layering up if you’re out and about.
Sunday Night: Springsteen at TD Garden
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band bring the Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour to TD Garden on Sunday, May 24. It’s indoors, so the rain won’t touch the music — but the walk from the Green Line will. Grab a Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band hoodie to stay warm on the way in. Still need seats? Find tickets on StubHub.
Tonight, Charlie Puth plays the MGM Music Hall at Fenway, and Ari Lennox brings the Vacancy Tour to the same stage on Saturday. Both are indoor shows — no weather worries. Get tickets on SeatGeek if you’re going last-minute.
Dinner Tonight
A cool 62°F evening calls for something warm and low-effort — pasta or a quick stir-fry is just right. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
- Saturday: Cloudy, high near 63°F. Dry through the afternoon, rain developing after midnight.
- Sunday: Widespread rain, high near 57°F. 92% precipitation chance all day.
- Next week: A warming trend returns, with scattered showers lingering Monday and another round possible Wednesday per the National Weather Service.
Keep tabs on the full Boston weather forecast as the weekend system approaches, and browse outdoor gear deals if you need to stock up before the rain arrives.
