Coldest day of week with temps in 20s

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Monday will be the coldest day of the week with temperatures only reaching the mid and upper 20s, well below average for this time of year. However, the skies will be sunny. A system moving in on Tuesday will bring a mix of snow and rain, with the potential for a coating to an inch of snow in the Worcester Hills and Merrimack Valley, before changing over to rain for the afternoon commute. The rest of the week will see a gradual warm-up, with temperatures reaching the 50s by the upcoming weekend.

Why it matters

The cold start to the week is unusual for early March, when average highs are typically in the low 40s. The wintry mix on Tuesday could impact travel and cause some disruptions, although the overall snow accumulation is expected to be light. The warm-up towards the end of the week and into the weekend will be a welcome change and may have many people feeling spring fever.

The details

Monday's high temperatures will only reach the mid and upper 20s, with wind chills making it feel even colder. Tuesday will start with snow, which will quickly change over to rain as temperatures rise above freezing. The system is expected to bring a coating to an inch of snow in the Worcester Hills and Merrimack Valley, with 1 to 3 inches possible in areas with higher elevation north and west of there. The rain will continue into Tuesday night before clearing out on Wednesday morning.

• Monday will be the coldest day of the week, with highs only in the 20s.
• Tuesday will start with snow around midday, changing to rain for the afternoon commute.
• A total lunar eclipse will be visible just before sunrise on Tuesday morning.
• Temperatures will gradually warm up, reaching the 50s by the upcoming weekend.
• Daylight Saving Time will begin on the weekend, marking the start of spring.

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.