Boston weather in October (Massachusetts, United States of America)

How is the weather in Boston in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Boston typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Boston in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 207 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Boston climate page with graphs.

 

Boston, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 207 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Boston in October?

For visitors traveling to Boston, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Boston.

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