Weekly Weather Summary for Dorchester The week in Dorchester is set to see a mix of partly cloudy and cloudy skies with sporadic rain showers, particularly during the midweek. The temperatures remain relatively mild, with a consistent maximum of 15-17°C and minimum temperatures ranging between 8-13°C. While Monday and Sunday offer the best conditions with no precipitation, the rest of the week sees a significant chance of rain. Winds are notably strong, peaking on Saturday with gusts up to 41 m/s.

Day-to-Day Weather Outlook

Monday: Expect partly cloudy conditions throughout the day with comfortable temperatures peaking at 17°C and dropping to 8°C. No rain is expected, but watch out for winds reaching 21 m/s.

Tuesday: The skies will be predominantly cloudy with rain predicted in the morning and afternoon. Temperatures stay mild between 13°C and 17°C. Winds will be stronger at 34 m/s, so prepare for blustery conditions.

Wednesday: Partly cloudy weather continues with a chance of rain. Temperatures range from 12°C to 15°C. Wind speeds will moderate slightly to 22 m/s and humidity will be relatively high at 78%.

Thursday: Clouds persist throughout the day accompanied by a high probability of rain. Temperatures are steady between 13°C and 16°C, with a significant wind speed of 27 m/s.

Friday: The forecast suggests overcast conditions with a high likelihood of rain. Temperatures will replicate Thursday's range. Expect gusts reaching 36 m/s to accompany the 86% humidity.

Saturday: Although mostly cloudy, expect some clearing in the afternoon. The chance of rain remains but temperatures hold at 16°C max and 11°C min. Very windy conditions at 41 m/s necessitate caution.

Sunday: Clear skies throughout the day make it pleasant as the temperature rises to 17°C. A low of 9°C is expected overnight. Winds will be relatively brisk at 23 m/s.

Comparison with Previous Period Compared to previous weeks, this week in Dorchester sees increased wind activity and a higher chance of rain. Cooler and less windy conditions were experienced in the prior period, making this week's forecast a notable shift towards more autumnal weather dynamics.

Commuting Advice Given the high winds predicted, particularly on Tuesday and Saturday, commuters should allow extra travel time and exercise caution when walking or cycling. Delays in transport services are also possible on these days due to the weather conditions.

Advice for Weekend Plans For weekend plans, Sunday seems to be the best day for outdoor activities with clear skies expected. Saturday, while set to clear in the afternoon, will still be windy and rainy; consider indoor plans or prepare appropriately if venturing outside.