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Massachusetts Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Massachusetts, the United States of America in April.

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Considering a trip to Massachusetts, the United States of America this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Massachusetts in April

Massachusetts, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. April in Massachusetts generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Nantucket at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Springfield at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Springfield and 5°C (41°F) in Nantucket.

For a closer look at conditions across Massachusetts, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Williamstown with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Seekonk with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Boston sees close to 229 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Massachusetts by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Massachusetts — and find the best time to visit. (based on Boston)

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April14°C (57°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Massachusetts in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Massachusetts.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Massachusetts

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Massachusetts (April)

Precipitation variation in Massachusetts (April)

Boston

In April Boston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
229 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Boston →

Rockport

In April Rockport generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
229 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Rockport →

Gloucester

In April Gloucester generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
229 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gloucester →

Cambridge

In April Cambridge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
229 hours
301 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Hyannis

In April Hyannis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
225 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Massachusetts in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Rockport 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Gloucester 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Cambridge 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Hyannis 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
West Yarmouth 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Massachusetts weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Massachusetts, the United States of America in April?

In April, Massachusetts, the United States of America generally has tolerable weather conditions. Boston sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Massachusetts, the United States of America in April?

Daytime temperatures in Boston peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in April, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Massachusetts, the United States of America get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Boston averages just 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Massachusetts, the United States of America.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Boston, April might be a good time to visit Massachusetts, the United States of America. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Massachusetts, the United States of America is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Boston. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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