Blue Hills Reservation, MA

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Blue Hills Reservation landscape and visitor setting
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Today’s Forecast:

☀
77°F
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KOWD
Observed at: 3:25 pm CDT on 8/31/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 47%
This Afternoon:Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Southeast wind around 6 mph.
Tonight:A slight chance of rain showers after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tuesday:A chance of rain showers before 7am, then rain showers likely and patchy fog between 7am and 2pm, then patchy fog and showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. Southeast wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  92 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 77°F. Light wind (6 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 15/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 70°F. High rain probability (80%). Light wind (8 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 77°F. Light wind (6 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 15/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 70°F. High rain probability (80%). Light wind (8 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

About Blue Hills Reservation

The representative forecast point covers the main visitor approach, but conditions can differ across high ground, forest interiors, distant access points. Important decisions involve summit wind, natural snowfall, ski operations, rocky trail ice, humid heat and smoke.

Planning an Outing at Blue Hills Reservation

Check the exact trail, route, lift and slope, Nordic trail, winter trail notice that applies to the chosen activity. The observation near Milton should not be treated as proof of conditions across the entire coverage area.

Weather Tips for Blue Hills Reservation

  • Leave ridges and high ground when thunder is heard.
  • Check wind, visibility, access and seasonal operations shortly before departure.
  • Carry layers, sun protection and enough water for humidity, wind and rapid temperature changes.
  • Follow official closures, wildlife restrictions and emergency instructions.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for plans near:

  • Milton
  • Canton
  • Quincy
  • Randolph
  • Great Blue Hill

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Use a lower carriage road when the summit is stormy; Nordic and snowshoe plans depend on natural cover, while downhill operations follow the ski area’s own status.

7-Day Forecast for Blue Hills Reservation

☀
77°F
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KOWD
Observed at: 3:25 pm CDT on 8/31/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 47%
Mon ⛅
79° 63°
0%
Tue 🌫
70° 60°
80%
Wed ☁
73° 62°
10%
Thu ⛈
81° 64°
81%
Fri ⛅
80° 60°
8%
Sat ⛅
71° 56°
13%
Sun ⛅
70° 54°
6%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

79° Mon 70° Tue 73° Wed 81° Thu 80° Fri 71° Sat 70° Sun

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

63° Mon 60° Tue 62° Wed 64° Thu 60° Fri 56° Sat 54° Sun

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 75 Mon 21 Tue 100 Wed 3 Thu 70 Fri 100 Sat 100 Sun
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: August 31, 2026 4:04 pm CDT

Blue Hills Reservation Weather by Season

Winter

Downhill operations may use snowmaking, but Nordic skiing and snowshoeing require adequate natural cover on reservation trails.

Spring

Bare ground, mud and lingering ledge ice can coexist as biking and hiking resume.

Summer

Humidity and lightning make the exposed summit a poor place to wait out an afternoon storm.

Fall

Cooler air improves trail conditions until leaf cover hides rocks and early freezes glaze ledges.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Local climate: South Boston upland; annual mean temperature about 51–53°F; around 48 inches precipitation; roughly 45–55 inches snow; natural-snow trail use varies widely by winter.
  • Warmest period: July is warm and humid below the canopy, with exposed summits hotter in sun and vulnerable to lightning.
  • Coolest period: January is coldest; natural snow for skiing is inconsistent and trail ice often lasts longer than snow cover.
  • Primary storm or hazard season: Brush-fire risk can rise during dry spring weather, followed by summer thunderstorms and autumn wind events.
  • Best general outdoor window: Late spring after mud season and crisp September or October days are usually the most comfortable for longer outings.