Weather Alert: Heavy rain & flood threat

SUMMER SOAKER

A slow-moving storm continues to bring periods of rain across southern New England, and the wet weather isn’t going anywhere until Tuesday night. The steadiest and heaviest rain has been focused south of the Pike, and that’s where the greatest rainfall totals are expected through Tuesday.

Some communities across southeastern Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island could pick up as much as 6″ of rain by the time everything wraps up Tuesday night. Because of the heavy rainfall potential, a Flood Watch remains in effect through Tuesday afternoon. Flooding is most likely in areas of poor drainage, low-lying roads, and locations that have already seen heavy rain.

For Boston, expect a soggy Tuesday with 1-2″ of rainfall possible. Rainfall totals will taper off as you head north, with southern New Hampshire expected to see considerably less rain than areas farther south.

Temperatures will stay much cooler thanks to the clouds and rain, with highs only reaching around 70 degrees Tuesday. It will also be breezy at times. While an isolated rumble of thunder is possible, we’re not expecting severe weather.

Once this storm moves away Tuesday night, the forecast improves quickly.

SUMMER HEAT RETURNS

Wednesday will be the nicest day of the week with plenty of sunshine, lower humidity, and afternoon highs near 80 degrees.

The summer heat returns Thursday with highs approaching 90 degrees along with increasing humidity. The weather is looking good for the World Cup match at Boston Stadium, with hot conditions but dry weather expected.

Friday stays hot and humid before the next cold front approaches. That front will bring the chance for scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans heading into the start of the weekend.

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