Boston Weather in November 2026: what to expect (4.2/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Boston. Temperatures drop (10.0°F) and rain returns (30.0% of days). Expect rain on 30.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

November ranks 8 out of 12 months in Boston. Compared to October: −13°F daytime, −1.9h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index

3 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

1°

Sea

10°C

cold, for the brave

Daylight

9.5h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 23

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Is November the right month?

The best month in Boston is August (8.5/10), 4.3 pts higher than November.

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Context

Our verdict

Boston is the most European of the major American cities: cobblestones, red bricks, Harvard university in Cambridge. August stays my favorite month (8.8/10): 64-82°F, 34% rain, parks in full swing, Cape Cod beaches accessible.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.

Country · USA

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 84°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 37°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 40%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept

🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée

Explore

Other destinations in November

If November doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

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Nearby

KillingtonUnited States199 km

StoweUnited States268 km

MontrealCanada403 km

Quebec CityCanada495 km

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Location

Where is Boston ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

USA

Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.5 → 1.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

42.36°N · 71.06°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Boston?

August is the best month with 82°F highs, 64°F lows, 8.9h of sunshine and 34.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Boston get in August?

Boston averages 8.9 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.

What is the rainiest month in Boston?

December is the most unfavourable month with December has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Boston in August?

In August, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Boston good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Boston scores 1.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.0/10.

When should you avoid Boston?

December is the most difficult month to visit Boston, with December has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Boston in November?

In November, the sea averages 49°F in Boston: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.

Do you need sun protection in Boston in November?

The average UV index reaches 3 in November in Boston (low), with about 9.5h of daylight. No protection needed.