Boston’s Back‑to‑School Forecast: Sunny Skies Ahead

When you hear the first bell ring and the school doors swing open, the last thing most parents and students want to worry about is a surprise snowstorm. Good news: Boston’s meteorologists are painting a picture of clear, mild weather for the back‑to‑school stretch.

Dave Epstein, the longtime forecaster for the Globe, says the next seven days will be dominated by sunshine, with high temperatures nudging into the mid‑60s to low‑70s Fahrenheit. It’s the kind of “you‑can‑leave‑the‑umbrella‑at‑home” weather that feels like a small mercy after a long, rain‑laden summer.

Morning fog may linger just a bit over the Charles, especially near the water‑front campuses, but it’s expected to lift quickly, leaving crisp, blue skies for the commute. Wind will be light—nothing that will toss a child’s backpack about—so biking or walking to school should be comfortable.

Evenings will dip back down into the 50s, which is still pleasant enough for after‑school sports or a quick walk home. Parents can expect a modest drop in humidity, making indoor classrooms feel less stuffy after the sweltering heat of July and August.

Looking a bit further ahead, the forecast stays friendly: a weak cold front may brush the area late next week, but it’s not projected to bring any precipitation, just a slight dip in temperature. In short, the first week back should be sunshine‑filled, with only a few clouds on the horizon.

So, pack the lunch, lace up those sneakers, and get ready for a sunny start to the school year. As Epstein notes, “Boston finally gets a break from the gray, and students get a chance to soak up a little vitamin D before the homework piles up.”