Minute Man National Historical Park, MA

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Minute Man National Historical Park landscape and visitor setting
Minute Man National Historical Park — Photo by National Park Service Digital Image Archives, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

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55°F
High: 58° | Low: 55°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KBED
Observed at: 12:00 am CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 9 mph | Humidity: 88%
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Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued September 25 at 12:30PM EDT until September 27 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA (Expires: September 27, 2026 7:00 am)
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Description: * WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Middlesex County, Western Essex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, and Northwest Providence RI. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The long duration of the winds coupled with heavy rain and fully leafed trees may exacerbate the risk for tree damage and power outages. Instructions: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Overnight:A chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 55. Northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Saturday:Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 60. Northeast wind 14 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 43 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Saturday Night:Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 54. Northeast wind 16 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Not Recommended
  0 /100

Daylight hours have ended for today.

  • Daylight: Unfavorable weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 60°F. High rain probability (100%). Breezy winds (20 mph).

🚲 Biking

Not Recommended
  0 /100

Daylight hours have ended for today.

  • Daylight: Unfavorable weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 60°F. High rain probability (100%). Breezy winds (20 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  0 /100

Daylight hours have ended for today.

  • Daylight: Unfavorable weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 15/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 60°F. High rain probability (100%). Breezy winds (20 mph).

About Minute Man National Historical Park

The representative forecast point covers the main visitor approach, but conditions can differ across forest interiors, distant access points. Important decisions involve Battle Road surface, outdoor program schedules, exposed historic fields, heat, lightning and flood-prone low sections.

Planning an Outing at Minute Man National Historical Park

Check the exact trail, route, event notice that applies to the chosen activity. The observation near Concord should not be treated as proof of conditions across the entire coverage area.

Weather Tips for Minute Man National Historical Park

  • Leave exposed event areas 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:

  • Concord
  • Lexington
  • Lincoln
  • Battle Road
  • North Bridge

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Shorten to a visitor-center or paved historic stop when heat or thunderstorms affect Battle Road; scheduled outdoor programs should be confirmed rather than assumed.

7-Day Forecast for Minute Man National Historical Park

☁
55°F
High: 58° | Low: 55°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KBED
Observed at: 12:00 am CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 9 mph | Humidity: 88%
Sat 🌧
60° 54°
100%
Sun 🌧
61° 55°
100%
Mon 🌧
60° 55°
96%
Tue 🌧
67° 55°
38%
Wed ⛅
73° 56°
1%
Thu ⛅
75° 58°
2%
Fri ⛅
75° --°
9%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

60° Sat 61° Sun 60° Mon 67° Tue 73° Wed 75° Thu 75° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

54° Sat 55° Sun 55° Mon 55° Tue 56° Wed 58° Thu 50° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 46 Sat 89 Sun 93 Mon 95 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu 100 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 6:06 pm CDT

Minute Man National Historical Park Weather by Season

Winter

Snow and ice reduce trail traction and daylight while most ranger programming follows a limited cold-season schedule.

Spring

Saturated paths and flooding near rivers can affect the linear route as outdoor programs expand.

Summer

Open fields offer little lightning shelter, and humid heat can make the full Battle Road traverse demanding.

Fall

Comfortable walking weather coincides with heavy visitation before falling leaves and early frost change footing.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Local climate: Inland eastern Massachusetts; annual mean temperature around 50–52°F; about 46–48 inches precipitation; roughly 45–55 inches snow; primary program season spring through fall.
  • Warmest period: July is warmest, with limited shade on some historic fields and busy bikeway segments.
  • Coolest period: January is coldest; snow, black ice and reduced services can affect the Battle Road and connecting paths.
  • Primary storm or hazard season: Heavy rain can soften unpaved sections, while thunderstorms and high wind may disrupt outdoor interpretation programs.
  • Best general outdoor window: Late April through June and September through mid-October usually provide comfortable touring conditions and active programming.