The best time to visit Boston
Month-by-month climate averages for Boston, MA, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit Boston is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.
Boston is warmest in July (highs near 84°F) and coldest in February (lows around 25°F), with roughly 51 inches of precipitation across the year and January the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January, February and December.
These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Boston forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
Boston weather by month
what to expect in Boston through the yearHere is Boston's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Boston by season.