Weekend weather: What you need to know for every activity you have planned
Stunning weather is going to last all weekend.
Although it’s been a dry spring and early summer, meteorologically speaking, the small bit of rain we’ve seen has come on the weekends. While the rain hasn’t lasted very long, even an hour or two can spoil some plans.
This weekend, high pressure is going to remain in control and bring us a weekend without any chance of rain. There are some patterns when small changes in the upper winds can change the forecast, but this weekend I think we’re safe from that.
That likely means abundant sunshine is the only weather we’ll have.
You’ll notice an increase in humidity by Sunday, and this is the precursor for at least a couple of days of heat and humidity early next week. The forecast does become a bit tricky after the weekend, so you should expect some changes.
If you’re celebrating Father’s Day…
Sunday is Dad’s day, and whether you’re letting him play a round of golf or taking him to the beach, the weather will cooperate. Ideal mid-June weather abounds across all of New England for the day we honor Dad.
If you’re going hiking, biking, or running…
Dry weather abounds Saturday, with temperatures in the 70s at the coast and lower 80s inland. After a cool night, the morning will continue to be the best time for performing more strenuous activities. The first few hours after sunrise, you’ll find temperatures in the comfortable 60s. On Sunday there will be a bit more humidity in the air, and afternoon readings in the 80s will be much more common.
Projected highs on Saturday.
If you’re going beaching and boating…
Northshore of Massachusetts, New Hampshire Seacoast, and the coast of Maine: Water temperatures are running below average. The northwest wind has pushed the warmer water out to sea lately and allowed colder water from below to replace it. This means water temperatures are running below average and you should expect a chill if you’re headed for a swim. Tides will be high an hour or two before noon. Look for winds to turn more southerly on Sunday, after being mainly light and onshore on Saturday afternoon.
If you’re playing soccer, softball, baseball, or golf…
Saturday’s forecast: This will be ideal summer weather. With abundant sunshine all day, don’t forget the sunscreen and sunglasses. Fields may have some dew on them early Saturday morning.
Sunday’s outlook: Another stellar day with abundant sunshine. Temperatures in the 80s after 12 p.m will feel quite hot during activities.
Projected high temperatures fSunday, Father’s Day 2016.
If you’re gardening…
The lack of rain continues to be problematic for gardeners. If you’re planting, be sure new plant material and the area you’re planting are both moist. Plants don’t like to be moved in this type of dry weather pattern. You should hold off until fall to move trees, shrubs and perennials.
If you’re running errands…
Both days are equally nice. If I were running indoor errands this weekend I would do it Sunday afternoon during the warmest part of the day, but I don’t like the heat. Since there is no rain in the forecast, unless you do shopping at night, you’ll miss some sunshine.
If you’re going to a professional sporting event, wedding, or outdoor party…
Rain won’t be an issue this weekend. However, with the strength of the sun at the yearly maximum this weekend, hats and sunscreen are the order of the day.
I will be updating the forecast on Twitter @growingwisdom throughout the weekend.
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