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What’s behind this intense heat in May?

New England weather proves a blooming bonanza this spring

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?

Check out the 2024 Atlantic hurricane names

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.

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Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.
This fast-approaching season could spawn a blockbuster 24 named storms this summer and fall.

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?
The unusually warm winter and excessive rain have fueled high pollen counts across New England.

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England
The region, much like the US, will continue to challenge heat and precipitation records as conditions look favorable for higher-than-average temperatures.

Previous weather stories

Weather mailbag | Ken Mahan

A tornado begins to touch down near Omaha, Neb., on April 26, 2024. New England typically sees about 10 tornadoes a year.

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

You have questions about the weather and we have the answers. 3:41 p.m.

The decorative lighthouse is destroyed following Monday nights storm at Pat's Fisherman's Wharf restaurant, dance hall and hotel Tuesday in Henderson, La.

Pregnant woman dies in Louisiana storm, adding to string of weather-related destruction and death in Southern US

Florida and parts of south Georgia were again under the threat of severe weather Tuesday, with tornadoes still possible, according to the national Storm Prediction Center. 2:48 p.m.

Forecast | Ken Mahan

Scattered showers are forecast in the morning, with heavier showers forming along the extreme north. Look for rain to push into Boston overnight.

Rain will make for messy morning commute across Southern New England

Unsettled weather on deck as a frontal boundary stalls over the region. 2:48 p.m.

Weekend Forecast | Dave Epstein

Temperature readings are expected to be cooler than average over the weekend, particularly Sunday.

Weekend outlook: Cool temps, building cloud cover. Check out the details.

The Saturday-to-Sunday forecast hinges on a low pressure system just south of New England. 11:07 a.m.

Ken Mahan | Forecast

Today may very well end up being the warmest day of the year to date.

Tuesday tied for warmest day of the year so far

A system pushed warm air through the region ahead of gusty thunderstorms for parts of New England. 6:00 a.m.

Smoke from wildfires blanketed Edmonton, Alberta, as a couple had a picnic on Saturday.

Canadian wildfires cause air quality alerts in the US. Here’s what that means for the Northeast.

The high number of "zombie fires" has raised fears that many may flare up again this season with increased intensity. 2:12 p.m.

Map: Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches US. How healthy is the air quality right now?

See air quality index readings from around the Northeast and the United States. 10:44 a.m.

Forecast | Dave Epstein

People flock to the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University to enjoy Lilac Sunday, on Mother’s Day. The cool weather will be a thing of the past as temps rise into the upper 60s on Monday.

Amazing weather in store through Tuesday

This afternoon in the Boston area, temperatures should reach near 70 degrees in most spots. 6:00 a.m.

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Introducing Globe Weather HQ

What’s behind this intense heat in May?

New England weather proves a blooming bonanza this spring

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?

Check out the 2024 Atlantic hurricane names

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.

Sign up to receive text updates from Globe Weather HQ during extreme weather events

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.
This fast-approaching season could spawn a blockbuster 24 named storms this summer and fall.

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?
The unusually warm winter and excessive rain have fueled high pollen counts across New England.

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England
The region, much like the US, will continue to challenge heat and precipitation records as conditions look favorable for higher-than-average temperatures.

Previous weather stories

Weather mailbag | Ken Mahan

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

Pregnant woman dies in Louisiana storm, adding to string of weather-related destruction and death in Southern US

Forecast | Ken Mahan

Rain will make for messy morning commute across Southern New England

Weekend Forecast | Dave Epstein

Weekend outlook: Cool temps, building cloud cover. Check out the details.

Ken Mahan | Forecast

Tuesday tied for warmest day of the year so far

Canadian wildfires cause air quality alerts in the US. Here’s what that means for the Northeast.

Map: Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches US. How healthy is the air quality right now?

Forecast | Dave Epstein

Amazing weather in store through Tuesday

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Introducing Globe Weather HQ

What’s behind this intense heat in May?

New England weather proves a blooming bonanza this spring

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?

Check out the 2024 Atlantic hurricane names

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.

Sign up to receive text updates from Globe Weather HQ during extreme weather events

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.This fast-approaching season could spawn a blockbuster 24 named storms this summer and fall.

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead? The unusually warm winter and excessive rain have fueled high pollen counts across New England.

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New EnglandThe region, much like the US, will continue to challenge heat and precipitation records as conditions look favorable for higher-than-average temperatures.

Previous weather stories

Weather mailbag: We’re talking tornadoes, thunderstorms and more

Pregnant woman dies in Louisiana storm, adding to string of weather-related destruction and death in Southern US

Rain will make for messy morning commute across Southern New England

Weekend outlook: Cool temps, building cloud cover. Check out the details.

Tuesday tied for warmest day of the year so far

Canadian wildfires cause air quality alerts in the US. Here’s what that means for the Northeast.

Map: Smoke from Canadian wildfires reaches US. How healthy is the air quality right now?

Amazing weather in store through Tuesday

Text Globe Weather HQ during extreme weather events

Meet the team

Warning signs point to a ‘hyperactive’ hurricane season. Here’s how it could impact New England.
This fast-approaching season could spawn a blockbuster 24 named storms this summer and fall.

Spring allergies hit early and hard. Are weather patterns pointing to a tough season ahead?
The unusually warm winter and excessive rain have fueled high pollen counts across New England.

Why we’re looking at a hotter summer this year in New England
The region, much like the US, will continue to challenge heat and precipitation records as conditions look favorable for higher-than-average temperatures.