Boston is kicking off Thursday, May 28 under partly sunny skies with a high near 72°F, but afternoon showers are headed your way — plan around them before you head out. Check the latest Boston weather forecast for updates throughout the day.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service expects scattered rain showers to develop between 11 AM and 2 PM ET, with the risk of an isolated thunderstorm lingering through the evening. A coastal front setting up along eastern Massachusetts means East Boston, South Boston, and the Seaport are most likely to catch the heaviest moisture. Northeast winds of 7 to 10 mph will keep it feeling cooler than the 72°F headline, especially near the harbor. Overall precipitation chance sits at 50%.
Fenway Park: Red Sox vs. Braves Game-Day Weather
The Boston Red Sox host the Atlanta Braves at Fenway Park today, and the timing actually works in fans’ favor: the worst shower risk hits midday (11 AM–2 PM ET) and should taper off heading into the evening. A 30% lingering chance of rain hangs through 10 PM ET, so toss a packable rain jacket in your bag and protect your phone with a waterproof phone pouch. A Boston Red Sox jersey or a Boston Red Sox fitted cap keeps you looking sharp rain or shine. Need seats? Find tickets on StubHub before they sell out.
Best Window To Be Outside
Your clearest stretch is this morning before 11 AM ET. The Esplanade, the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, and the Public Garden are all worth an early stroll. Golfers and gardeners: hold off today — the afternoon is too unsettled. Browse outdoor gear deals if you’re prepping for a drier window later in the week.
Upcoming Events
Heading to the Don Toliver: Octane Tour at TD Garden on Saturday, May 30? The National Weather Service has issued a Gale Watch for coastal and outer waters Saturday, with gusty northerly winds and continued showers expected — plan your commute early and layer up. A Don Toliver hoodie is a smart call for waiting in line. Khalid plays MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Friday, May 29 — currently the better weather window, with only a 20% rain chance before 4 PM ET. Get tickets on SeatGeek for either show while you still can.
Next Few Days
Friday offers a partial reprieve — high near 70°F, partly sunny, with a slight 20% rain chance not arriving until after 4 PM ET. Friday night turns dramatically wetter, with the National Weather Service putting precipitation chances at 90% overnight and lows falling to around 48°F. A strong low-pressure system brings gusty northerly winds and unsettled conditions through the weekend and into early next week. Front-load any outdoor plans to Friday morning and stay flexible from Saturday onward.
Dinner for a Rainy Thursday
This is prime slow-cooker weather. Load up a programmable slow cooker with chili or beef stew before noon and it’ll be ready the moment you walk through the door. Or go stovetop and rustic with an enameled cast iron Dutch oven. Need to stock up? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
