Boston is waking up to steady rain showers and a chilly high near 52°F this Sunday, May 24 — keep the umbrella handy and set aside any outdoor plans for today.
The National Weather Service is tracking a deep moisture plume sitting squarely overhead, with atmospheric water content near the 99th percentile of normal. Expect moderate to heavy rain through the day, with localized downpours possible — especially along the South Shore and southeastern Massachusetts. East winds run 3 to 10 mph with gusts up to 21 mph. The 93% rain chance is about as certain as forecasts get, with new rainfall totals of a quarter to a half inch expected before drier air finally arrives overnight.
Today’s Setup
Rain holds steady from morning through tonight before slow clearing begins. The temperature barely moves from 52°F all day — raw and damp across the city. If you’re venturing out near the Seaport, the Esplanade, or Kenmore Square, a waterproof jacket and rain boot shoe covers are essential. This is not a quick-moving shower — the soaking pattern holds through most of the day and into the evening.
Fenway Park & Events Tonight
The Boston Red Sox host the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park today — expect rain delays and soggy conditions at the Fens. If you’re braving it, rep the team in a Boston Red Sox jersey or Boston Red Sox fitted cap. Get tickets on SeatGeek if you still need them. Heading indoors tonight? Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band bring their Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour to TD Garden — no rain worries there. A Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band t-shirt makes the perfect outfit. Find tickets on StubHub if you still need seats.
Memorial Day Forecast
Good news for Monday, May 25: Memorial Day won’t be a complete washout. Rain showers are likely in the morning and early afternoon, but the National Weather Service expects things to dry out by around 5 PM ET, with the high reaching a much nicer 71°F and light southwest winds. Patchy fog and drizzle are possible Monday morning as the system lifts offshore overnight. If you’re planning a cookout on the patio or a trip to the Esplanade for fireworks, aim for late afternoon or evening — conditions improve significantly as the day goes on.
Comfort Food & Dinner
A cold, rainy Sunday calls for something simmering at home. Load up a programmable slow cooker in the morning with chili or beef stew and let it do the work all day. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is equally perfect for a rich pot of soup on the stovetop. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
After Memorial Day clears out, expect warmer and drier conditions through midweek — the National Weather Service is forecasting above-normal temperatures. The Red Sox host the Atlanta Braves at Fenway on May 26 and May 27, with improving weather for both games — check the Boston weather forecast as those game days approach. Later in the week, the Don Toliver: Octane Tour hits TD Garden on May 30 — pick up a Don Toliver hoodie and grab your tickets early before they sell out.
