Stay Ahead of the Weather
Weather Insights in Acton and Beyond
Acton, Massachusetts, experiences a diverse array of weather events characteristic of the New England climate. Winters can be quite cold and snowy, with nor'easters bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions at times. Spring ushers in milder temperatures but can also be a season of unpredictability, with sunny days swiftly followed by rain or the occasional late snowfall. Summers in Acton are warm to hot and can be humid, with thunderstorms frequently punctuating the afternoons and evenings, sometimes escalating to severe weather with strong winds and hail. Autumn is generally crisp and pleasant, showcasing a spectacular display of fall foliage, but it is also the time when remnants of hurricanes or tropical storms can reach New England, bringing heavy rains and wind. Throughout the year, Acton residents remain prepared for a wide range of weather, which adds to the region's dynamic seasonal charm. We'll even get the occasional tornado warning.
Snow season is right around the corner. Does anyone remember when it snowed on Halloween 2020? I do. Way to early. Fortunately that was an inch or two. But as the season rolls on inches turn into feet. \nIt can be difficult to find a reliable snow plowing service in Acton. Like anything, it takes t...
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A Guide to Choosing the Best Snow Plowing Services
George Kilmain
4/6/2024
Snow season is right around the corner. Does anyone remember when it snowed on Halloween 2020? I do. Way to early. Fortunately that was an inch or two. But as the season rolls on inches turn into feet. \nIt can be difficult to find a reliable snow p...
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Snowpocalypse Now: Acton's Unexpected Winter Wonderland
4/4/2024
What a day (so far) in Acton! Mother Nature must be in a mood, because she’s just thrown us a curveball that’s as unpredictable as a plot twist in a telenovela. Just when we thought it was safe to pack away the winter gear, bam!—we're hit with what m...
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When Will Acton Feel the First Freeze?
George Kilmain
1/27/2024
As the crisp autumn air settles in Acton, MA, many of us gardeners, nature enthusiasts, and other types of humans eagerly (or apprehensively) await the first frost of the season.\nActon, being located in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, typically experiences ...