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Boston in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Boston in September will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Boston, based on historical data.
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September

Weather in Boston in September 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Boston in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 95 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.
95 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
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 +73°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +46°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 45% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +61°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:

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+61°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+37°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+95°F+84°F
Rainfall
108 mm95 mm111 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
70%71%69%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
687
Cloudy days
171516
Rainy days
878
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 108 mm to 95 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 71%. 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 6 to 8.

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 4 m/s getting up to 7 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 decreasing during September, going from 5 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
Typically, there is a 60% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 125 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 18 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 October, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 111 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 14% 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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+79°F
2 September
☀️
+72°F
3 September
☁️
+79°F
4 September
☁️
+86°F
5 September
🌧️
+77°F
6 September
🌧️
+65°F
7 September
🌧️
+71°F
8 September
☀️
+73°F
9 September
☀️
+79°F
10 September
☀️
+84°F
11 September
☁️
+78°F
12 September
☁️
+79°F
13 September
🌫️
+75°F
14 September
☀️
+79°F
15 September
☀️
+72°F
16 September
☀️
+72°F
17 September
☀️
+69°F
18 September
☁️
+83°F
19 September
☁️
+77°F
20 September
🌧️
+65°F
21 September
☁️
+69°F
22 September
☀️
+69°F
23 September
☀️
+60°F
24 September
☀️
+68°F
25 September
☀️
+69°F
26 September
🌧️
+73°F
27 September
☁️
+73°F
28 September
☀️
+69°F
29 September
☀️
+64°F
30 September
☁️
+61°F
In September 2023 Boston had 15 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 4 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 2009 (+72°F) and the highest in 2015 (+80°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 38 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1999 with 674 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!

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, 2022.

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.