Massachusetts will enjoy a sunny but chilly Sunday before attention turns to a strengthening coastal storm that could bring powerful winds, dangerous surf and hazardous boating conditions to southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod & the Islands early this week.
High pressure moving in from the west will keep conditions quiet Sunday, with mostly sunny skies and afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-50s statewide. While those readings are slightly below average for mid-October, lighter winds will make it feel more comfortable than Saturday.
The clear and calm weather won’t last long. Another cold night is expected Sunday, with temperatures falling into the upper 20s across much of inland Massachusetts and into the lower 30s in Boston and along the coast. Areas of frost and freezing temperatures are likely, and residents may want to protect sensitive plants and outdoor water lines…