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Boston in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Boston in November and see if it is worth visiting.
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November

Weather in Boston in November 2025

OK Weather
Chill
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Cold water
Boston in November usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +52°F and roughly 5 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 12 rainy days with an average precipitation of 94 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+9°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
94 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Boston has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Boston in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Boston for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in November is +50°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +66°F during the day and a minimum of +27°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +45°F to +46°F.

Is Boston warm or cold in November?

Boston is typically chill in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +63°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +48°F to +37°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Boston:

Water temperature in Boston in November

Water in Boston in November is Cold. It varies from +48°F to +55°F, with an average of +52°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +52°F.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Boston are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +67°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +38°F.

Can you swim in Boston in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Boston in November, the water is very cold (+52°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Boston in November

Boston weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+63°F+52°F+41°F
Min. temperature
+27°F+9°F-4°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+77°F+72°F
Rainfall
110 mm94 mm84 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+58°F+52°F+46°F
Humidity
70%66%65%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
754
Cloudy days
111212
Rainy days
13129
Snowy days
016

November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October. It’s getting colder in November. From +63°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +52°F. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 110 mm to 94 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 66%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 4 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in October to 5 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Boston in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Boston is gradually increasing during November, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Boston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 20%, leading to total precipitation of around 62 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 32 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during November, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Boston wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 17% chance of precipitation and 54 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during November in Boston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in November is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.

Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last November in Boston?

This is the weather in Boston in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+45°F
2 November
☀️
+47°F
3 November
☁️
+57°F
4 November
☁️
+60°F
5 November
☁️
+60°F
6 November
☁️
+50°F
7 November
🌧️
+67°F
8 November
☀️
+59°F
9 November
🌧️
+43°F
10 November
☁️
+52°F
11 November
☀️
+49°F
12 November
☀️
+42°F
13 November
☀️
+44°F
14 November
☁️
+48°F
15 November
☀️
+51°F
16 November
☀️
+62°F
17 November
☀️
+66°F
18 November
🌧️
+58°F
19 November
☀️
+52°F
20 November
☀️
+45°F
21 November
☀️
+42°F
22 November
🌫️
+52°F
23 November
☀️
+52°F
24 November
☀️
+49°F
25 November
☀️
+37°F
26 November
☁️
+45°F
27 November
☀️
+54°F
28 November
☀️
+42°F
29 November
☀️
+36°F
30 November
☀️
+47°F
In November 2023 Boston had 18 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Boston climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Boston in November has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+57°F) and the highest in 2022 (+62°F). The driest year was 2016 with only 702 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2022 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Boston in November:

Is November a good time to visit Boston?

It’s always a good time to visit Boston, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Boston in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Boston in November?

Swimming in Boston in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Boston rainy in November?

Boston is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Boston in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Boston in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in USA

Check out the weather for other cities in USA.

Monthly weather in Boston

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Boston, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.