ALT Graphic from the National Weather Service Boston announcing a Heat Advisory in effect from noon today through 8 PM Friday with a “Heat Risk: Major” designation. The advisory area is shaded orange across much of southern New England away from the ocean influence, including interior portions of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, southern New Hampshire, and nearby areas. The graphic states heat index values near or just above 100°F are possible. Potential impacts include hot temperatures, high humidity, and little overnight relief Thursday, increasing the risk of heat illnesses. Safety actions shown with icons advise people to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the afternoon, use air conditioning if available (fans may not be adequate), and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Graphic branded National Weather Service – Boston, updated June 11, 2026.

ALT Weather outlook for southern new england. Includes forecast for monday through thursday this upcoming week. Includes icons to show dominant weather type, high and low temperature ranges, and a brief sentence on weather conditions each day.

ALT National Weather Service Boston/Norton graphic titled “Rip Current Risk Monday.” The graphic highlights a moderate to high risk of dangerous rip currents across portions of southern New England beaches on Monday. A high risk of rip currents is shown for east-facing beaches of Cape Cod and Nantucket. A moderate risk is shown for northeast Massachusetts beaches, Martha’s Vineyard, Block Island, and the Rhode Island south coast. The graphic includes a map of southern New England with affected coastlines shaded yellow for moderate risk and red for high risk. Safety information advises beachgoers to avoid swimming in areas prone to rip currents, check with lifeguards for local conditions, and if caught in a rip current, remain calm and swim parallel to shore before heading back to land. The risk is expected through the afternoon.

ALT A map of southern New England with temperature forecast for today, high temperatures reaching well into the 80s to 90°F, while coastal areas of southern RI and southeast MA experience an onshore wind, keeping temperatures a bit cooler.

ALT this week's weather. brief description of weather and temperatures through Friday.

ALT A table of rainfall chances across southern New England Tonight into Sunday. Widely scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms possible Wednesday afternoon and evening. Scattered pop-up showers Thursday. Greater risk for widespread rain Friday Night into Saturday.

ALT The Moderate Risk of Excessive Rainfall was expanded westward into Kansas, southern Nebraska, and southern Iowa. Conditions will be favorable for heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Turn around, don't drown.

ALT 2 day weekend forecast