What is today's weather forecast for Petersham, MA?

Today's forecast for Petersham shows a low of 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 15.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Petersham, MA?

The 7-day forecast for Petersham shows highs from 20 to 44 degrees and lows from 8 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Petersham, MA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Petersham this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (60% chance), Sunday (50% chance).

How accurate is the Petersham weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Petersham forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Petersham, MA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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15°F
Feels Like 10°F

Humidity 71% Dew Point 7°F Wind S 3 MPH Gusts 3 Barometer 29.77 in.

Report from a personal weather station 5.8 mi. N of central Petersham
at 2:31 AM Fri, Dec 12, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 11

FriDec 12

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SunDec 14

50%

MonDec 15

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 20°F to 35°F. Some snow possible with at least 2 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 8°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 38°F with lows around 21°F.

This Date in Weather History

1989 - Strong Santa Ana winds developed across southern California and parts of central California. Winds in Kern County of central California gusted to 100 mph near Grapevine. The high winds reduced visibilities to near zero in the desert areas, closing major interstate highways east of Ontario CA.

Petersham, MA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 11

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 15. Wind chill values as low as zero. West wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.

Friday Dec 12

Day: Sunny, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as -2. Breezy, with a west wind 16 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 16. West wind 5 to 9 mph becoming light southwest after midnight.

Saturday Dec 13

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 31. Light south wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Night: Snow likely, mainly after 3am. Cloudy, with a low around 20. Southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Sunday Dec 14

Day: A chance of snow, mainly before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 26. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 8. Northwest wind 10 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Monday Dec 15

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 20. Northwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 14. West wind around 7 mph.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 27. West wind 6 to 8 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. Southwest wind 3 to 8 mph.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 35. Southwest wind around 11 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. Southwest wind 6 to 8 mph.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. South wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

About Petersham, MA

Petersham is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 1,194 at the 2020 census. Petersham is home to a considerable amount of conservation land, including the Quabbin Reservation, Harvard Forest, the Swift River Reservation, and Federated Women's Club State Forest.

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