Thursday has sun for Nantucket — 3 ways to make the most of it

(NANTUCKET, MA) A sunny Thursday is here for Nantucket, but if you haven’t got any ideas for taking advantage of it, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out these ideas along with a four-day forecast.

Have a picnic: With COVID-19 restrictions lingering around the country, this beloved pastime has taken on new relevance. Meeting a friend somewhere pretty with a basket of snacks and a blanket can be a spontaneous way to enjoy a sunny afternoon in a safer environment than indoors. Risk levels should always be taken into account along with advice from health authorities on gathering sizes.

Try a new hobby: Why not mix it up? Whether it’s rollerblading, unicycling, or a Hacky Sack throwback, a sunny afternoon invites experimentation, and means that even whiffing here or there doesn’t feel quite so frustrating.

Take a walk and try a food truck: Anyone who lives in a city has had the feeling of wondering why they don’t know the various neighborhoods better. A great way to get out and sample what your local community has to offer while enjoying the fresh air is to take a walk and grab a bite.

Along with sun Thursday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Nantucket:

• Thursday, October 21

  Mostly sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 71 °F, low 63 °F
  • Windy: 15 to 21 mph

• Friday, October 22

  Mostly sunny then slight chance of rain showers during the day; while chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 70 °F, low 57 °F
  • 2 to 13 mph wind

• Saturday, October 23

  Chance of rain showers during the day; while slight chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 65 °F, low 51 °F
  • 12 mph wind

• Sunday, October 24

  Mostly sunny during the day; while chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 63 °F, low 52 °F
  • 13 to 17 mph wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.