Best time to visit Boston
Go inMay–September
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Walk the Freedom Trail through the old town.
See Boston on the globeBoston month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | 4°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Poor | 8°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Good | 14°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Boston Marathon |
| May | Great | 20°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Good | 25°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| July | Good | 28°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Good | 27°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Great | 23°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Good | 17°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Fall foliage |
| November | Mixed | 11°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| December | Poor | 5°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Boston
- April🏟️ Boston MarathonPatriots’ Day, the third Monday in April.
- October🌿 Fall foliageNew England leaf-peeping season.
Good to know
- Flights to Boston are usually cheapest in January–March. Highs only reach about 3°C in January.
- Crowds and prices peak in June–August and October, so book early.
Boston Common, from 1634, is the oldest public park in the United States.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Boston?
The best time to visit Boston is May–September. Walk the Freedom Trail through the old town.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Boston?
Flights are usually cheapest in January–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Boston busiest?
Boston is busiest in June–August and October.
What is the weather like in Boston?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28°C, and January the coolest at 3°C.
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