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Massachusetts Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to Massachusetts, the United States of America this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Massachusetts in July

Massachusetts, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Massachusetts generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Nantucket to 30°C (86°F) in Springfield. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Springfield and 18°C (64°F) in Nantucket. In Massachusetts, the United States of America, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Massachusetts, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Provincetown (P-town) with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Hancock with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Boston sees close to 300 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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Massachusetts (July)

Precipitation variation in Massachusetts (July)

Boston

In July Boston generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
300 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Boston →

Rockport

In July Rockport generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
300 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Rockport →

Gloucester

In July Gloucester generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
300 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gloucester →

Cambridge

In July Cambridge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
300 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cambridge →

Hyannis

In July Hyannis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
301 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hyannis →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Massachusetts, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boston 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Rockport 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Gloucester 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Cambridge 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Hyannis 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
West Yarmouth 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Massachusetts weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Massachusetts, the United States of America typically experiences pleasant weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Boston average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

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

Boston averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

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

Massachusetts, the United States of America sees substantial rainfall in July. Boston typically averages about 100 mm (3.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Massachusetts, the United States of America with overall pleasant weather in Boston.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Boston. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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