Boston is in for a wet, stormy Tuesday — showers, patchy fog, and a chance of embedded thunderstorms will keep the high near 71°F today, so grab your umbrella and save the outdoor plans for Wednesday’s sunshine.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service puts precipitation odds at 82% with northwest winds of 3 to 7 mph. Patchy fog through the morning gives way to rounds of showers and possible thunderstorms into the afternoon. Forecasters note elevated atmospheric moisture — especially south of the city toward the South Shore and Cape Cod, where heavier downpours and embedded thunder are most likely. Showers ease overnight, tapering off after 10 PM ET, with fog redeveloping and a low around 61°F.
Big Events Today: Plan for Rain
Three notable events are on tonight in the Boston area — all worth attending, but pack accordingly. The RÜFÜS DU SOL show at Fenway Park is outdoors, so a poncho and a pop-up canopy tent with weights for tailgating are smart moves. The Strokes are playing TD Garden — an indoor win on a rainy night; grab a The Strokes t-shirt to rep the show. And the 2026 World Cup brings England vs. Ghana to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. Find tickets on StubHub if you’re still looking.
Best Window To Be Outside
Wednesday is the clear winner. Sunshine returns with a high near 80°F and a fresh northwest breeze around 8 mph — perfect for the Charles River Esplanade, Boston Common, or a lunchtime stroll through the Back Bay. Thursday holds near 78°F before clouds and humidity build heading into the weekend.
Rain and Storm Risk
If you hear thunder this afternoon, head indoors promptly. No severe weather outlook is in effect for Greater Boston, but brief heavy downpours are possible, particularly south of the city. The National Weather Service has not flagged a flash flood risk for the metro area today.
Fire Up the Grill Wednesday
With 80°F sunshine on the way, now’s the time to prep the backyard. Fire up the grill for burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. A Father’s Day grilling set makes it easy — and keep your grill brush and scraper set and instant-read meat thermometer within reach. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered by Wednesday afternoon.
Red Sox–Yankees and More This Week
The Boston Red Sox host the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on June 25 and June 26, and Thursday’s near-78°F forecast makes game one a gem of a rivalry night in Kenmore Square. Grab a Boston Red Sox jersey or a Boston Red Sox fitted cap before heading out. Get tickets on SeatGeek while they last. Also on June 25, Joji brings the SOLARIS tour to TD Garden under favorable skies — another great evening to be out.
Next Few Days
Wednesday, June 24: Sunny, near 80°F — best day of the stretch. Thursday, June 25: Near 78°F and pleasant (Red Sox–Yankees game one!). Friday–Saturday: The National Weather Service signals increasing clouds, humidity, and chances for showers and storms — severe weather potential looks very limited, but stay alert. Keep your Boston weather forecast bookmarked and browse outdoor gear deals to stay ready for whatever the weekend brings.
