BOSTON, Mass. — Commuters in the Greater Boston area should brace for a wet and stormy start to the week, as the National Weather Service warns of heavy rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday, Sept. 23, potentially impacting both morning and evening travel.
Storm Timing and Hazards
Showers are expected to develop after 2 a.m. Tuesday, intensifying as the day progresses. Meteorologists caution that rainfall could total up to half an inch, with isolated downpours capable of producing brief flooding in low-lying neighborhoods.
Winds from the southwest at 6 to 8 mph may further reduce visibility during heavier showers, raising risks on highways such as I-93 and the Massachusetts Turnpike.
Extended Forecast
Forecasters say unsettled conditions will linger through midweek:
- Tuesday: High near 82, thunderstorms likely, heavy rain possible.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms continue, high near 72, tapering by afternoon.
- Thursday: Chance of showers, high near 69.
- Friday: Periods of rain likely, high near 76.
- Saturday: Showers possible, high near 75, with cooler air arriving.
Travel and Safety Precautions
With multiple days of wet weather on the way, drivers are urged to:
- Allow extra travel time during commutes.
- Slow down and maintain safe distances between vehicles.
- Watch for ponding on roads and reduced visibility in downpours.
- Monitor local forecasts for updates.
Officials warn that the extended stretch of rain could keep roads slick through Friday, raising the likelihood of commute delays across Suffolk County and Greater Boston…