Weather Forecast: Mix of Chilly and Mild Conditions This Week

A classic early spring pattern will unfold across the region, featuring fluctuations between chilly and mild conditions. A backdoor cold front brings cooler air to much of southern New England this weekend, while areas farther southwest may stay warmer. Expect periods of rain and patchy fog Friday night into the weekend. Monday looks to be the warmest day, followed by a return to drier and cooler weather midweek. Rain may return late Wednesday into Thursday.

Weather Forecast: Spring-Like Days Mixed With Cooler Ones

Spring-like fluctuations are expected across the region, with a blend of milder and cooler weather over the next week. Expect rain and gusty winds to start the week, followed by a transition to cooler, calmer conditions. A chance of snow could mix with rain on Monday, with drier weather for Tuesday and Wednesday. By the end of the week, another system could bring some light showers. Friday, March 21:Rain is expected mainly before 8 a.m., with patchy fog in the morning hours until about 11 a.m. Expect highs around 49°F, with northwest winds of 8 to 17 mph, gusting up to 31 mph.

Weather Forecast: Spring Temperatures, Including Unseasonably Warm Sunday

Spring is making its presence known, with a stretch of mild temperatures and changing conditions. The period begins with seasonable highs in the 50s before a significant warm-up arrives over the weekend, peaking on Sunday with unseasonably warm temperatures near 68°F. However, this warmth comes with an active weather pattern — expect increasing clouds and gusty south winds ahead of a Sunday night into Monday storm system that will bring heavy rain and strong winds. After the rain clears, a dry and pleasant stretch settles in, with highs climbing into the 60s by midweek. A classic March pattern — fluctuating conditions, but signs of spring are certainly emerging!

Weather Forecast: Strong Winds This Weekend and Slowly Rising Temperatures

Expect strong winds throughout the weekend, particularly Friday and Saturday, which could lead to tree and powerline damage, especially in higher terrain areas. The weather will be mostly dry and calm through early next week, with temperatures gradually warming up. While conditions will remain seasonably cool into the weekend, by midweek temperatures will rebound into the low 50s and possibly near 60°F by Wednesday. There will be no significant snow or ice in this period. The march towards spring begins! 

Friday, March 7:Expect sunny conditions, but breezy winds throughout the day, with west winds around 23 mph and gusts up to 41 mph.

Weather Forecast: Snow & Rain Friday Night Followed by Mix of Temperatures

Watertown residents can expect a dynamic stretch of weather as February transitions into March. A seasonable and breezy Friday will give way to a weak system bringing a mix of snow and rain Friday night into Saturday morning. Temperatures will briefly rise into the 50s on Saturday before a cold front moves through, ushering in a sharp temperature drop and another shot of winter air. Sunday and Monday will be noticeably colder, with highs struggling to reach 30°F and bitter nighttime lows. A gradual warming trend begins on Tuesday, with milder temperatures before a significant storm system brings widespread rain and gusty winds by midweek.

Weather Forecast: Cold Weekend Followed by Warmer Temps

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.

Watertown Forecast: Snow and Mix Over Weekend Followed by Cold Temps

Here’s the updated daily weather forecast, from Friday, February 14 to Friday February 21 by Meteorologist Matthew Moll of New England Weather Consulting: 

Friday, February 14: A chilly day with temperatures near 30°F and breezy conditions. Winds will be strong from the west at 17 to 23 mph, gusting up to 45 mph, making it feel colder. By evening, the winds will calm slightly, with a low around 12°F. A partly cloudy night is expected, with a west wind around 5 to 10 mph. Saturday, February 15: A cloudy day with a chance of snow in the afternoon, temperatures reach near 30°F.

Weather Forecast: A Week of Ups & Downs with Snow Over Weekend

Watertown residents should prepare for a classic February weather pattern with plenty of ups and downs. After a quiet end to the week, all eyes are on a winter storm set to arrive late Saturday night, bringing a good chance for plowable snowfall across the area. While trends are favoring mostly snow, there’s still a small chance for some sleet or freezing rain to mix in. Once that system moves out, we’ll dry out to start the new workweek before another potential winter storm moves in by midweek. This second system is still uncertain in its track, but it’s something to keep an eye on.