Much needed rain Saturday will lower the pollen count and fire danger, but will gum up outdoor plans from mid-morning onward, though not until afternoon in Northern New England.  Sunday looks spectacular and the week ahead looks good, too. Full details in the forecast video and remember, in addition to the NBC10 Boston and NECN station apps, to download my personal Matt Noyes Weather app to communicate directly with me!

Today (Friday):  Sun to wispy PM clouds. Highs around 70°. South-southwest wind 10-18 mph.

Overnight Tonight:  Clouds thicken. Lows around 50°. South wind 4-10 mph.

Saturday:  AM showers turn to midday & PM rain. Highs in the low to middle 60s. South-southeast wind 7-17 mph.

Sunday:  An early AM shower to mild sun. Highs in the 70s. Northwest wind 6-12 mph.

Monday:  Sun and building clouds, chance of an afternoon isolated shower in Southern New England. Highs in the 60s.