11:30 pm Wednesday Night Weather Update For Western & Central Mass

Radar imagery at the time of this post indicates that thunderstorms have entered far Western Mass and are moving to the east at a forward speed of about 40 mph or so.

It is expected that these thunderstorms, some which may be strong, will traverse all of Western and Central Mass over the next few hours. Heavy downpours, gusty winds, lightning and even some small hail will accompany the stronger thunderstorms.

Based on my calculations, these thunderstorms should reach the middle and lower Pioneer Valley, including the Springfield Metro by just before midnight and then last until about 1:30-2 am or so.

Further east, these thunderstorms will reach the easternmost parts of the Pioneer Valley and the western Worcester Hills by about 12:30 am and last in these areas until about 2:30 am.

Areas from the I-190 corridor through the Worcester Metro and into the I-395 corridor will probably see thunderstorms begin by about 1 am and last until about 3 am or so.

Eastern areas of Worcester County, including Route 146, as well as the 495 corridor may see the thunderstorms begin by about 1:15-1:30 am and last until about 3:30 am.

Again, these thunderstorms will be capable of producing heavy downpours, gusty winds, lightning and small hail.

A Few Showers & Thunderstorms Are Possible Later This Afternoon & This Evening Across Western & Central Mass (Posted Late Wednesday Morning 4/15/2026)

A frontal system is currently positioned across southern New Hampshire, southern Vermont and far northern Mass. To the north of this front, temperatures are in the 50s and 60s. To the south of this front, temperatures are currently in the 70s. This front should remain nearly stationary where it is.

Skies during this afternoon will feature a mixture of sunshine and clouds. Temperatures will be in the mid to possibly upper 70s across Central Mass and around 80 Degrees or so across Western Mass. Winds will be West to Northwest at 5 to 10 mph.

It appears that a weather disturbance will push through the area late this afternoon and tonight. A few showers and thunderstorms may develop across the area by about 4-5 pm or so this afternoon. These showers and thunderstorms will affect the area until about 7-8 pm this evening. Any thunderstorms that do occur will likely not be strong or severe.

A second round of showers and thunderstorms will affect the entire area tonight between about midnight and 3-4 am. Heavy downpours and some lightning will be the main threat with any thunderstorms during the overnight hours of tonight. FINALLY - I wanted to post the donation links again for those who may want to still donate (or for those who may want to generously donate again). Much like many of you, finances remain extremely tight for us & it seems that every new revenue stream that I explore just isn't working right now. Any donations will be appreciated more than you know. To help us out using your credit card or debit card, please go to the following link - https://buy.stripe.com/dRm6oId2c3mc5Sq62Ffw40d .

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11:30 pm Tuesday Night Weather Update For Western & Central Mass

All of the gusty showers and thunderstorms have pushed out of the region at the time of this post.

The rest of tonight is expected to be clear to partly cloudy with low temperatures around 55 Degrees. Winds will be West to Northwest at around 10 mph.

It does appear that Wednesday may be slightly cooler than it was today as more clouds can be expected across the region, especially during the afternoon. Also, there is the possibility for a couple of late afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms. It doesn't appear that any of the storms will be on the strong side. High temperatures Wednesday will be near 75 Degrees. Winds will be South at 5 to 10 mph.

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