Boston · SpringMonth summary
Boston weather in April
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
4°C – 13°C
🌧 Rainy days
40% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (8.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Boston in April?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Boston in April is possible but August offers a score of 8.5/10 vs 5.5.
By trip type
Boston in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in April
🎯 Acceptable period — 13°C but 40% rain risk. Plan alternatives Spring marks the start of the good season in Boston. Temperatures rise (13°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 40% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | -5°C | 3°C | 32% | 3.2 | 8.0h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -4°C | 4°C | 35% | 3.1 | 8.7h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | -1°C | 8°C | 35% | 3.6 | 9.9h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 4°C | 13°C | 40% | 3.6 | 10.1h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 9°C | 19°C | 38% | 3.0 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 15°C | 25°C | 38% | 2.6 | 13.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 19°C | 29°C | 39% | 3.7 | 13.2h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 18°C | 28°C | 34% | 2.5 | 12.5h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 15°C | 23°C | 31% | 3.6 | 10.8h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ October | 9°C | 17°C | 32% | 3.9 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 2°C | 10°C | 30% | 2.8 | 8.7h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | -3°C | 5°C | 34% | 3.7 | 7.6h | 4.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Boston averages 13°C, 40% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.5/10.
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Comparison
April vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 8.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +15°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -6%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Boston in April
Is April a good time to visit Boston?
April is an acceptable time for Boston (score 5.5/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider August (8.5/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Boston in April?
It's cool with 13°C daytime and 4°C at night. 10.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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