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Boston in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Boston in September 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Boston in September? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 7 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 98 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • September is usually the wettest month of the year in Boston;

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
98 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Boston has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Boston in September

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

The temperature in September is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +46°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +63°F.

Is Boston warm or cold in September?

Boston is typically mild in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +79°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

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

Water temperature in Boston in September

Water in Boston in September is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +67°F, with an average of +64°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.

The water temperature in September is one of the warmest of the entire 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 September?

Water temperature (+64°F) in Boston in September might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Boston in September

Boston weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+79°F+72°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+37°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+95°F+84°F
Rainfall
111 mm98 mm110 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F+64°F+58°F
Humidity
70%72%70%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
577
Cloudy days
101011
Rainy days
141213
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as good as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +79°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 111 mm to 98 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 5 to 7.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 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 September, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Boston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in September stands at 63%, leading to total precipitation of around 222 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 37 mm, which is moderate rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September 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.

How was the weather last September in Boston?

This is the weather in Boston in September 2023:
1 September
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+74°F
2 September
☀️
+80°F
3 September
☀️
+86°F
4 September
☀️
+85°F
5 September
☁️
+88°F
6 September
☁️
+88°F
7 September
☀️
+94°F
8 September
☁️
+88°F
9 September
☁️
+85°F
10 September
🌫️
+75°F
11 September
🌫️
+77°F
12 September
🌫️
+78°F
13 September
☁️
+77°F
14 September
☀️
+77°F
15 September
☁️
+70°F
16 September
🌧️
+71°F
17 September
☀️
+78°F
18 September
🌫️
+70°F
19 September
☁️
+73°F
20 September
☀️
+74°F
21 September
☀️
+73°F
22 September
☁️
+70°F
23 September
☁️
+61°F
24 September
🌧️
+63°F
25 September
🌧️
+62°F
26 September
☁️
+60°F
27 September
☁️
+66°F
28 September
☀️
+66°F
29 September
🌧️
+60°F
30 September
🌧️
+62°F
In September 2023 Boston had 10 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 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 September 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 September:

Is September a good time to visit Boston?

September is a really good time to go to Boston. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Boston.

Can you sunbathe in Boston in September?

September has mild temperatures in Boston. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Boston in September?

In general, you can swim in Boston in September, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Boston rainy in September?

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

Is it sunny in Boston in September?

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

Other cities in USA

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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.