Record-Breaking Heat Expected To Hit MA This Weekend

BOSTON — Record-high temperatures were reached in Boston last weekend, and if trends keep going in that direction, they could hit the Bay State again this weekend - so be sure to break out that sunscreen.

Wednesday and Thursday are expected to feel like the average mid-May day, with sunshine and cooler winds bringing the average temperature range from the mid-60s to mid-70s. But by Friday, those numbers will start to climb in a sweatier direction.

Record-high temperatures were met in Boston Saturday, hitting 86 degrees and tying with the record set for May 14 in 1879. This Saturday, numbers could soar past 90 - breaking records yet again.

These record highs are only a little early for Massachusetts, as our first 90-degree day last year was hit on May 23, two days shy of what we expect to hit this weekend.

The humidity is expected to take a toll though, sitting at almost 50 percent and with a very high UV index - Saturday might not be a bad first beach day of the season.

Tree pollen is also expected to be especially bad this week - with high levels lingering across the Bay State through the weekend, according to AccuWeather. Wind can carry pollen for miles, so the amount of the allergen in the air can drastically vary in each community.

AccuWeather suggests the following for the higher end of its pollen scale:

• High: Keep your windows closed and change clothing after returning indoors.
• Very high: Avoid outdoor activity in the early hours of the day and take any allergy medication to ease your symptoms.
• Extreme: Ensure you take any allergy medication to ease your symptoms and avoid all outdoor activity.

Here's a breakdown of what to expect for this week's weather, according to AccuWeather:

Wednesday

Wednesday is shaping up to be a sunny day, with a high near 73. Could be a little windy closer to the coast as temperatures dip to around 53 at night.

Thursday

A slight chance of rain, mostly before 2 p.m., with a seasonable high near 63. Chance of precipitation will linger around 50 percent most of the day. That should clear up by Thursday night when the low drops to around 52 degrees.

Friday

Friday is expected to be mostly sunny, with temperatures creeping up to about 76 degrees. By Friday night the low will drop to around 62.

Saturday

Those seasonal temperatures are expected to be gone by Saturday, when the high is expected to reach near 93 degrees. It should cool down by night though, dropping to a low around 67.

Sunday

Sunday will bring a chance of showers after 11 a.m. It's expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 91. There is however a 40 percent chance of precipitation during the day. By Sunday night it should be mostly cloudy with a low around 60. Chance of precipiation will increase to about 50 percent.