Boston is staring down a steamy Saturday with a high near 88°F — roughly 18 degrees above the early-June average — but a severe thunderstorm threat arrives after 5 PM ET, so make the most of your morning. Check the Boston weather forecast for the latest updates as the day develops.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says daylight hours stay mostly dry, with south winds at 1 to 12 mph and dewpoints climbing into the upper 50s to lower 60s. It’ll feel noticeably muggy — pack some anti-frizz hair serum if you’re heading out. The Esplanade, Castle Island, and the Emerald Necklace parks are all solid options for a morning walk before the heat and humidity build into the afternoon.
Storm Risk Tonight
Here’s where things get serious. After 5 PM ET, a frontal system pushes through with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms through roughly 2 AM ET — and the National Weather Service warns some storms could be severe. Have your phone alerts turned on and a shelter plan ready if you’ll be out this evening.
Heading to Josh Groban with special guest Jennifer Hudson at TD Garden tonight (June 6)? You’re safe indoors, but plan for a wet walk back to the T afterward. A Josh Groban t-shirt or Josh Groban hoodie is perfect for the show — and trust us, that arena AC will make layers worthwhile. The Jason Mraz: Still Yours 2026 Tour is also at Boch Center Wang Theatre tonight — grab tickets on SeatGeek if you’re still deciding.
Beach Caution
Thinking about a day trip to the Cape or the Islands? The National Weather Service has flagged a moderate rip current risk along east-facing beaches of Cape Cod, ocean-facing beaches of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, and south-facing beaches from Point Judith, RI to Westport, MA. Always check with lifeguards before entering the water.
What To Wear
Dress light for the daytime heat. ventilated workout shorts men are ideal for any outdoor activity before the storms roll in. If recent evenings have turned your bedroom into a furnace, this week is a solid reminder to grab a portable window AC unit before July hits.
Next Few Days
Sunday cools slightly to a high near 83°F with a 50% chance of showers between 10 AM and 1 PM ET, then more storm chances in the afternoon — not a washout, but keep the umbrella handy. Summer Walker: Still Finally Over It Tour plays TD Garden Sunday — it’s indoors, so the rain won’t matter. Grab tickets on StubHub. Baby Keem’s Ca$ino Tour also lands at MGM Music Hall at Fenway that afternoon. Monday brings a seasonable cooldown, with another stretch of heat and humidity building later next week and a potential front delivering storms mid-to-late week.
Tonight’s Dinner
With storms rolling through this evening, this is the perfect excuse to set a programmable slow cooker going before you leave the house — a big pot of chili or beef stew will be ready the moment you walk back in from the rain. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Stay weather-aware tonight. Follow the National Weather Service Boston for real-time severe weather updates and heed any warnings issued for your neighborhood.
