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4th Of July Forecast: See Sudbury Weather
You might need a sweater (and possibly an umbrella) this year, according to the latest forecasts.
SUDBURY, MA — It might be hard to believe after this week's heat wave, but it's going to be a pretty cool 4th of July weekend in the area — some might say even a little chilly.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), daily highs on Saturday and Sunday will hover at or below the 70-degree mark. Saturday will be the cooler day, with temperatures struggling to get past 65.
There's also a pretty good chance of rain both weekend days. The chance of rain on July 4 is only 30 percent, but it will fall after dusk if it does, according to the forecast.
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Here's the full July 4 weekend forecast for Sudbury, according to the NWS:
Friday: Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69. Northeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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Friday Night: A chance of showers, mainly before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Saturday: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Saturday Night: A chance of showers before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Light north wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Independence Day: A chance of showers after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Light northeast wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday Night: A chance of showers before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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