After a cold start to the weekend, temperatures will gradually climb as we head into early next week. Friday will bring gusty northwest winds as a coastal low passes southeast of New England. Expect dry conditions through Monday with a steady uptick in temperatures. However, uncertainty remains for mid-week as another coastal low could bring rain or snow to the region. Stay tuned for updates as we track this potential storm.
Daily Forecast:
Friday, February 21, 2025:
Mostly sunny but cold as a departing coastal low leaves brisk northwest winds in its wake. Highs will be near 31°F with gusts up to 30 mph, making it feel colder. Despite the sunshine, the cold air advection pattern will keep temperatures chilly. Overnight, clear skies with diminishing winds will allow temperatures to drop into the low teens (around 12°F) under a calm northwest breeze.
Saturday, February 22, 2025:
A cold but sunny day as high pressure builds in, with highs reaching the low 30s and lighter northwest winds around 7 mph. It will feel more comfortable with less wind. Clouds increase overnight with lows near 20°F. Light southwest winds will signal a slight warming trend heading into Sunday.
Sunday, February 23, 2025:
Partly sunny with highs near 36°F. A quiet day overall with west winds around 5-8 mph. Mostly cloudy overnight with lows around 19°F. Winds will stay light from the southwest, setting the stage for a milder start to the workweek.
Monday, February 24, 2025:
Partly sunny with highs near 40°F. Calm winds will shift to a light southerly breeze, making it feel more pleasant. Dry weather continues with a mix of sun and clouds. Overnight, mostly cloudy skies with lows around 29°F and light southwest winds.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025:
A chance of rain and snow as a potential coastal low approaches. Highs will reach the low 40s with southwest winds at 5-7 mph. Precipitation chances are around 30 percent, so stay tuned for updates on the exact track and timing. Mostly cloudy overnight with lows near 29°F and west winds around 6 mph. Some slippery spots are possible if precipitation occurs.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025:
Partly sunny with highs near 42°F. West winds at 6-8 mph. A mild day overall, but still cool for late February.
Thursday, February 27, 2025:
Mostly cloudy with highs in the low 40s. A coastal storm may develop offshore, but its impact on the region remains uncertain. Current trends suggest the storm stays south, but a slight shift north could bring precipitation. Overnight, cloudy with lows in the upper 20s.
Friday, February 28, 2025:
Partly cloudy with highs around 42°F. If the coastal low tracks farther north, some precipitation could clip southern New England, but confidence remains low at this time. West winds around 7-10 mph. Overnight, clearing skies with lows in the mid-20s.
The daily forecast for Watertown is provided by Meteorologist Matthew Moll of New England Weather Consulting.