Gusty Winds, Low Humidity Raise Fire Danger In MA

BOSTON — Spring has sprung in Massachusetts, bringing with it concerns over fire danger on Tuesday.

Gusty winds. combined with relatively low humidity led to an elevated fire risk across the region, the National Weather Service said. The humidity is expected to drop to 15 to 20 percent Tuesday, the agency said, combined with wind gusts up to 40 mph. These conditions could outdoor fires to spread quickly.

"Open burning is not recommended today," the NWS said. "Be careful when handling and disposing of ignition sources outdoors, such as cigarettes or matches."

Here's a look at the latest forecast from the NWS.

Tuesday
Sunny, with a high near 50. Northwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.

Tuesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 32. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Wednesday
Increasing clouds, with a high near 46. Northwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming east in the afternoon.

Wednesday Night
Rain likely, mainly after 5 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. East wind 3 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Thursday
Rain. High near 48. Southeast wind 10 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent.

Thursday Night
Showers. Low around 43. East wind 6 to 9 mph becoming north after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent.

Friday
Showers likely, mainly before 7 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. West wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Friday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. West wind around 7 mph.

Saturday
Partly sunny, with a high near 55. West wind 6 to 9 mph.

Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

Sunday
Partly sunny, with a high near 48. Northwest wind 9 to 11 mph.

Sunday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. Northwest wind 11 to 13 mph.