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Worcester (MA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Worcester can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Worcester. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July to a very cold 1°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -9°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Worcester has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1247 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The wettest period in Worcester occurs in June, which receives around 136 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, January, Worcester experiences moderate snowfall, totaling approximately 84 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Worcester, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Providence, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Providence, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Forecast for Worcester (MA)

Sat   Dec 21
-4°C | -11°C
NW 7 m/s
1.2 mm
broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

broken clouds and chance of slight rain

Sun   Dec 22
-7°C | -13°C
NW 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-3°C | -13°C
S 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Worcester 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Worcester?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Worcester?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Worcester?
    June tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Worcester?
    January is the driest month with 84 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Worcester?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 290 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.