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Heavy Rain and Flood Watches Persist Across Western New England

A slow-moving low-pressure system brings widespread rain, gusty winds, and heightened flood risks through early Saturday, with sunny weather expected for Mother’s Day.

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Overview

  • Flood watches remain in effect for western Massachusetts, Vermont, and Connecticut until early Saturday due to expected heavy rainfall and saturated soils.
  • Rainfall totals of 1–2 inches are forecast for central and western Massachusetts, with lighter amounts closer to coastal areas like Cape Cod.
  • Friday’s weather includes gusty easterly winds reaching 20–30 mph, with the heaviest rain expected during the evening commute.
  • A dry slot will move in on Saturday, ending the rain and bringing late-day clearing, though isolated showers may persist in some areas.
  • Mother’s Day on Sunday is forecast to be sunny and warm, with high temperatures near 70 °F, offering a brief reprieve before another rain system arrives late next week.