Weather

Evans Chebet of Kenya in Brookline on his way to victory in 2022. (Sharon Brody/WBUR)

Boston Marathon forecast: Not ideal for racers, but spectators get a beautiful day

Beyond the challenge of racing 26.2 miles, participants often face another hurdle: the unpredictable New England weather. While this year's Marathon Monday forecast does not look completely ideal for runners...

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03:06Apr 11, 2024

Nor'easter set to bring rain, snow and high winds to Mass.

A storm system is set to bring rain, wind and some snow to Massachusetts. Rain and sleet overnight will make the Thursday early morning commute a bit of a mess,...

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Apr 3, 2024

A nor'easter brought flooding but not the expected 8 inches of snow to Boston in February 2024. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Where's the winter wonderland? Deciphering Boston's snowfall deficit

For residents of New England, winter typically paints a picture of snow-covered landscapes, bustling snow removal companies, and the cozy allure of hot cocoa by the fireplace. But the winter...

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Feb 29, 2024

Yes, there's snow forecasted for Mass. No, it's not much

The fast-moving "Alberta Clipper" will drop a dusting to two inches of snow across southern New England, according to the National Weather Service. Snow will fall for just a few...

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Feb 15, 2024

Cars drive down the Mass Pike during a snowstorm in 2019. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Calling snow days is a tricky science for Mass. school superintendents

Are school districts in Massachusetts cancelling class over less snow lately? Some superintendents say yes. Here's why.

Education

Feb 13, 2024

The flakes fled south, but nor'easter brings flooding to Boston

The low pressure center is now forecasted to be weaker, and as a result, snowfall rates will be lower. In Boston, around 3 inches seems likely, ramping up to 4...

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03:11Feb 13, 2024

In the middle of the storm, a snowblower keeps sidewalks clear on Summer St. in 2018. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Boston closes schools, state warns of treacherous roads ahead of Tuesday's nor-easter

A snow emergency and parking ban for the city of Boston goes into effect at 10 p.m., Mayor Wu announced in a Monday morning press conference. Boston public schools, city...

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Feb 12, 2024

Expected snow totals shift slightly lower as nor'easter's track wobbles south

A high impact storm will arrive Monday night and last through the day Tuesday, dropping perhaps the largest snowstorm for the city of Boston in nearly two years.

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04:48Feb 11, 2024

What to expect as a coastal storm brings snow to the region

The bulk of the snow accumulation is expected Sunday night into Monday morning. The trickiest part of the forecast is timing out the switch over from rain to snow as...

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Jan 27, 2024

A garage off Hockanum Road in the Northampton Meadows on the morning of July 12, 2023. (Ben James/NEPM)

37 Massachusetts communities to get disaster aid for last year's flooding

The governor's administration says 37 Massachusetts communities damaged by flooding last year will be getting a share of $10 million in disaster relief funding.

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Jan 20, 2024

Light snow for some on Friday, and a bitter cold weekend ahead

The bulk of Friday's storm will remain out to sea, leaving parts of southern New England with a smattering of snow.

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Jan 18, 2024

Expect a slippery commute Tuesday as snow and sleet return to New England

Light snow overnight and accumulation during the day could lead to a slippery commutes Tuesday. The MBTA Commuter Rail told passengers in a social media post that service may be...

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Jan 15, 2024

More rain raises coastal flooding concerns Saturday

Coastal flooding will be a significant concern, particularly due to the current new moon cycle. Expect widespread minor coastal flooding, with more intense pockets in some spots during a couple...

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Jan 12, 2024

The iconic bell tower building at Pemaquid Point Light stands with makeshift modifications in Bristol, Maine, after being pummeled by damaging winds and waves from powerful storm. (Robert F. Bukaty/AP)

This week's storm damaged the lighthouse on Maine's state quarter. Caretakers say they can rebuild

The caretakers of part of one of Maine’s most beloved lighthouses say they believe a damaged portion of the structure can be rebuilt. A strong storm that brought high winds...

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Jan 12, 2024

Hard rain and high winds set to batter New England Tuesday night into Wednesday

Once it arrives, the storm will bring damaging wind gusts, a burst of interior snow, heavy rainfall and localized flooding, along with coastal concerns.

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Jan 8, 2024

A family member pulls along a 6-year-old on a sled in a wooded area of Lincoln, Mass. early Sunday. (Gabrielle Emanuel/WBUR)

New Englanders dig out, frolic in snow after major overnight storm

As the snow and wind pressed on, residents scurried to pull out shovels and snowblowers to clear sidewalks and driveways. Others grabbed sleds and played in the fresh snowfall.

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Jan 7, 2024

What to know about this weekend's snowstorm

Flurries are expected to start Saturday afternoon, with the heaviest snow coming after 8 p.m. into early Sunday morning.

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02:25Jan 5, 2024

Region's first plowable snowstorm of this winter is on its way

Winter has been relatively tame so far this year, and as a result, the weekend storm has created a good deal of buzz for lovers and haters of snow, alike....

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Jan 4, 2024

Passers-by are buffeted by wind as they cross a street, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, in Boston. (Steven Senne/AP)

Schools closed Tuesday as over 100,000 homes and businesses in Mass. remain without power

Cohasset, Duxbury, Millis and Scituate are among the schools that cancelled classes Tuesday as ongoing outages impact the area. Across the state, 131,000 homes and businesses remained without power Tuesday...

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Dec 19, 2023

Pedestrians are buffeted by wind and rain as they cross a street on Monday in Boston. (Steven Senne/AP)

Rain and wind whip through New England, leaving 2 dead and hundreds of thousands without power

Massachusetts was drenched on Monday as a strong storm blew through the region, flooding roads, knocking out power, closing schools and grounding flights at Logan airport. Two men in New...

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Dec 18, 2023