Weather check: Stormy Friday, then sunshine for the weekend

Southern New England picks up some pop-up rain Friday evening. The chance is real—especially in central and southern Massachusetts. Storms could arrive as early as 5 p. m. , but the northern belt near New Hampshire stays on higher alert between 6 and 10 p. m. Confidence is low; most spots will only see passing showers. Once Saturday kicks in, the pattern flips. Clouds break up, sunshine returns, and temperatures rebound into the upper 70s inland. The Cape and Islands may feel a gentle sea breeze that shaves off a couple of degrees. A stray sprinkle could still brush the south coast, but nothing serious.

Sunday brings a mild uptick. More sun than showers is the call, yet the atmosphere stays on edge enough for a quick, random shower. Weekend totals remain light—perfect for patio plans that don’t require tents. Rinse-and-repeat weather, really: late-day rumblers Friday, then two days of calm balconies and open-air markets. Pack an umbrella Friday night, but the rest of the weekend feels like a gift.

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