Great Barrington (MA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Great Barrington can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and very cold during the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Great Barrington can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -10°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Great Barrington is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1206 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 142 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 rainy days. In contrast, November experiences a drier climate, with about 71 mm of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Great Barrington. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.8 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.6 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Great Barrington.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 73%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Great Barrington in the United States of America
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 142 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 293 hours of sunshine.
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