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The Boston Report’s Boston weather section collects our forecast posts and storm coverage for Boston and eastern Massachusetts: daily Boston forecasts, seven-day outlooks, nor’easters, heat, snow and hurricanes, and what they mean for commuting, the MBTA and city services. Every forecast we publish is sourced to the National Weather Service Boston/Norton office and shows when the forecast was issued, because forecasts change several times a day.
Start with today’s Boston weather forecast for Oct. 12, or read our Hurricane Isaias damage report. For transit, see the Boston Transportation and MBTA Guide; for wider local coverage, visit Boston News.
Official weather and emergency sources
- NWS Boston/Norton forecast office: forecasts, radar, watches and warnings
- NWS point forecast for downtown Boston
- NOAA and the National Hurricane Center
- MBTA service alerts
- City of Boston Office of Emergency Management and Boston winter and snow information
- Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)
Latest Boston weather stories
Boston Weather Today: Oct. 12 Forecast, Tuesday Rain, Cold Weekend
Boston weather today: mostly sunny, high near 69 after morning fog. NWS 7-day forecast with Tuesday showers, Friday rain and a windy, cold weekend.
October 12, 2026
Hurricane Isaias Damage: 4 Dead, 356,000 Without Power
Hurricane Isaias damage: 4 deaths and about 356,000 customers without power as of Oct. 11. Timeline, damage assessment and how to donate.
October 11, 2026
Logan Airport Fuel Crunch Adds to Nor’easter Cancellations
Logan Airport fuel deliveries stalled as the nor’easter kept barges out of Boston Harbor, adding to Delta cancellations and forcing airlines to tanker fuel.
September 27, 2026
Boston University Remain Closed After Historic Blizzard
Boston University kept its Charles River, Fenway and Medical campuses closed on Feb. 24, 2026, after a historic nor'easter. Which services are suspended.
February 24, 2026
Hurricane Helene’s Devastating Impact: A Call for Resilience in North Carolina
Hurricane Helene's flooding and wind damage across North Carolina, the rescue effort, and what recovery and resilience will require.
October 1, 2024What we cover
- Daily Boston forecasts: today’s high and low, rain chances, wind and any NWS alerts, with a seven-day table.
- Storms: nor’easters, snowstorms, coastal flooding, heat waves and tropical systems, with official numbers and their sources.
- City impact: MBTA service changes, snow emergencies, parking bans and school closings when officials announce them.
Boston weather FAQ
Where does The Boston Report get its weather forecasts?
Our forecast posts use the National Weather Service Boston/Norton office, which issues the official forecasts, watches and warnings for Boston and eastern Massachusetts. Each post lists the forecast issue time.
Are your weather posts updated live?
No. Each forecast post reflects the NWS forecast at the time it was published. For the latest forecast, radar and warnings, use the NWS Boston/Norton office link on this page.
Where can I find Boston snow emergency and parking ban information?
The City of Boston announces snow emergencies and parking bans on its winter weather and snow pages, and through its alert system. Our posts link to those pages when a declaration is made.
How do I check whether the MBTA is affected by weather?
Check the MBTA alerts page for service changes, delays and shuttle buses caused by storms, heat or flooding.
Who should I contact in a weather emergency?
Call 911 in an emergency. For preparedness information, see the City of Boston Office of Emergency Management and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA).