Greater Boston, Massachusetts Weather
Greater Boston, Massachusetts — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Greater Boston, Suffolk County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Greater Boston. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Greater Boston is published on the Boston Logan International Airport (KBOS) page, 4 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Greater Boston have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Greater Boston: Norwood Memorial Airport (KOWD) 21 km · Laurence G Hanscom Field (KBED) 22 km · Minute Man Air Field (K6B6) 39 km · Lawrence Municipal Airport (KLWM) 40 km · Hopedale Industrial Park Airport (K1B6) 47 km
Conditions reported at KBOS describe the airfield itself. Weather 4 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Greater Boston specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Greater Boston, Massachusetts
Greater Boston unfolds across a varied terrain, where the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean meets the rolling hills and winding rivers that define its physical character. The city's geography is a testament to its glacial past, with the land shaped by ancient ice sheets into a mosaic of rocky outcrops, fertile valleys, and the broad expanse of Massachusetts Bay. Along the coast, the air carries the briny tang of the sea, a constant reminder of the maritime heritage that has long been interwoven with the lifeblood of Greater Boston. Inland, the Charles River, a graceful artery, flows through the heart of the metropolitan area, its banks lined with parks and neighborhoods, reflecting the ever-changing light of the New England sky, from the pale, crisp mornings of autumn to the soft, diffused glow of a summer afternoon. This interplay of land and water lends a unique rhythm to Greater Boston, a sense of both groundedness and boundless possibility. The history of Greater Boston is a foundational chapter in the American narrative, a place where revolutionary fervor ignited and intellectual pursuits flourished. Founded in the early 17th century, it quickly became a hub of commerce and trade, its harbors bustling with ships bound for distant lands. The economy of Greater Boston has evolved dramatically over centuries, from its early reliance on maritime industries and textiles to its present-day prominence in biotechnology, higher education, finance, and technology. The spirit of innovation, born from those early days of colonial enterprise, continues to drive the region's economic engine, attracting talent and investment from across the globe. The echoes of its past are palpable in the brick-lined streets and historic architecture, a constant dialogue between the generations that have shaped this enduring metropolis. The cultural landscape of Greater Boston is as rich and diverse as its history, a vibrant confluence of artistic expression, academic excellence, and athletic passion. The city is home to world-renowned universities such as Harvard and MIT, institutions that draw scholars and students from every corner of the earth, fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and groundbreaking discovery. The professional sports scene in Greater Boston is legendary, with passionate fan bases cheering on teams like the NFL's New England Patriots, the NBA's Boston Celtics, MLB's Boston Red Sox, and the NHL's Boston Bruins, each leaving an indelible mark on the region's sporting identity. Annual events, from the Boston Marathon to the Head of the Charles Regatta, draw crowds and celebrate the city's enduring spirit. Iconic landmarks, including the Freedom Trail and Fenway Park, stand as proud testaments to its storied past, while the verdant expanses of the Boston Common and Public Garden offer tranquil escapes within the urban bustle, inviting quiet contemplation amidst the city's ceaseless energy.
Live animated radar for Greater Boston and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Greater Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts |
| Coordinates | 42.3601°N, 71.0589°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 02108 |
| Area Code | 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Greater Boston, Massachusetts Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Greater Boston, Massachusetts, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Greater Boston includes coordinates 42.360100°N, 71.058900°W, situated in Suffolk County. ZIP code 02108. Telephone area code: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
