Arctic Chill Hits Tuesday, Winter’s Coldest Days Approaching Soon

As winter deepens, an Arctic chill is set to grip the Northeast, particularly impacting areas like Boston. After sunset, temperatures in the city have dipped below freezing, with frigid air expected to last over the next day and a half.

Winter’s Coldest Days Nearing

The arrival of Arctic air will push temperatures into the teens overnight. The forecast for Tuesday reflects these chilling conditions, with the mercury staying in the upper teens across northwest hills and reaching the 20s elsewhere—under mostly sunny skies.

Wind Chill Effects

Wind gusts will exacerbate discomfort, making temperatures feel as low as the single digits during the morning commute and possibly in the teens later in the day. Forecast models indicate that Tuesday’s wind chill across New England will be significant.

Temperature Predictions

• Tuesday Highs: Upper teens to low 20s.
• Tuesday Night Temperatures: Expected to drop into the single digits.
• Wednesday Afternoon High: Anticipated to exceed freezing temperatures, reaching near 40°F.

Following the cold blast, a brief reprieve from the chill is forecasted for Wednesday and Thursday. Warmer air will move into the region, bringing potential rain or snow showers Wednesday night, but don’t become too accustomed to the milder temperatures.

Upcoming Deep Freeze and Winter Storm Watch

By Friday, Arctic air will return, dropping temperatures below freezing for a protracted period. The weekend forecasts hint at the potential for the coldest temperatures of the winter, with very low readings in the lower single digits, if not colder.

Possible Winter Storm

There is growing concern over a major winter storm headed toward the Northeast, which may unfold late in the weekend. A system bringing rain and snow is anticipated to cross the United States, with its exact impact on New England yet to be determined.

Regional Forecast Overview

• Greater Boston: Cold Tuesday with highs in the 20s; Wednesday warming just above freezing.
• Central/Western Massachusetts: Upper teens on Tuesday, highs in the upper 20s to low 30s Wednesday.
• Southeastern Massachusetts: Mid to upper 20s expected on Tuesday, reaching mid-30s on Wednesday.
• Rhode Island: 20s on Tuesday, increasing to upper 30s near 40 on Wednesday.
• New Hampshire: Highs in mid-teens on Tuesday, with mid-20s and clouds on Wednesday.

Stay updated as forecasts evolve. Whether conditions will trend sunny or bring shoveling obligations remains to be seen.