Much-need rain returning to Mass. after 29 dry days

CAPE RAIN

After 29 consecutive days without measurable rainfall, the 4th longest dry stretch ever recorded in Boston, rain is returning to the area... Hopefully.

A low will stall off of the Cape and South Coast over the next few days with plenty of clouds and periods of rain. The Cape and Islands will take the brunt of the showers with 1-3″ possible through Saturday. Although occasional showers will reach southeastern MA, not much (if any) will reach Boston today. Boston and eastern MA may see a spot shower this afternoon or evening with a better chance for and scattered showers/drizzle Friday. Central MA will see much less with just a sprinkle or two Friday. Western MA will stay dry.

WIND & WAVES

The wind will pick up over the next few days I expect sustained northeast wind 10-20 mph along the coastline Friday through Sunday with gusts 25-35 mph. Although wind damage will not be a problem, you’ll find it cool and blustery. Wind also drives waves. High surf and dangerous rip currents should be expected at the shore through the weekend. Pockets of splashover and minor coastal flooding are likely, especially with the early afternoon high tides starting Friday. Susceptible locations will see inundation for several days in a row.

WEEKEND IN VIEW

Showers are iffy Saturday, but there’s still the chance for an isolated sprinkle in Boston with a better chance for rain on the Cape. Clouds will break Sunday as high pressure nudges in from the north with drier air.

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