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Today’s Weather
Expect some sunshine and very warm temperatures, with a chance of thunderstorms in some areas late in the afternoon. High near 80, with SSW winds at 5-10 mph.
Rising temperatures heighten brush fire risk
With temperatures climbing in the days ahead, the risk of brush fires is on the rise. Dry brush and fallen leaves are still scattered across the area, and the mix of sunshine, gusty winds, and low humidity will make it easy for fires to start and spread quickly. It’s a good time to be extra careful with power tools, open flames, or anything that could create sparks or embers.
Today: Some sun and very warm with a thunderstorm in spots late in the afternoon. High 80 Winds: SSW 5-10 mph
Tonight: Evening thundershower with some clearing late & mild. Low 60 Winds: SSW 5-10 mph
Wednesday: Some sunny breaks and very warm with some afternoon thundershowers. High 79 Winds: SSW 5-10 mph
Wednesday night: Some showers or a thundershower late. Low 55 Winds NE 5-10 mph
Thursday: Some sun, and slightly more humid, and very warm with a late day thundershower. High 78 Winds: S 5-10 mph
Thursday night: Partly cloudy and warm. Low 61 Winds: WSW 5-10 mph
Friday: Some sun & very warm with afternoon thundershowers. High 78 Winds: NW 5-10 mph
Friday night: Evening thundershowers otherwise mostly cloudy. Low 52 Winds: Light & Variable
Saturday: Cloudy and not as warm. High 66 Winds: E 5-10 mph
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy. Low 49 Winds: SE 5-10 mph
Weather Patterns We’re Watching
Temperatures will stay above normal through the weekend but will return to typical levels just in time for the Boston Marathon on Monday.
Get Out!
Elevations for summits above 4,000 feet in Northern New Hampshire today: The summits will be hidden, with showers likely in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach the mid-50s, with northwest winds around 25 mph shifting to the south later in the day. Gusts could hit up to 55 mph, and there’s a 70 percent chance of rain.
Elevations between 2,500 and 4,000 feet in Northern New Hampshire today: Summits will be hidden, with showers likely in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach the upper 50s. Northwest winds around 15 mph will shift to the south later in the day, with gusts up to 35 mph. There’s a 70 percent chance of rain.