Boston in July

Listed as a month to avoid: Jul–Aug (heat and crowds), Jan–Feb (cold, snow).

July is rated avoid. These months rate higher:

• SeptemberGreatInside Boston's best window: May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
• OctoberGreatInside Boston's best window: May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
• MayGreatInside Boston's best window: May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
• JuneGreatInside Boston's best window: May–Jun, Sep–Oct.

• BostonHighs around 82 °C (180 °F), lows around 66 °C (151 °F), rain on about 10 daysHighs around 180 °F (82 °C), lows around 151 °F (66 °C), rain on about 10 days
• Northeast, United States · New York, Boston, Washington, Philadelphia, Mainehot

  Cold, sometimes snowy winters; humid 30 °C (86 °F)+ spells in July–August; late September to October is the pick for foliage and walking.Cold, sometimes snowy winters; humid 86 °F (30 °C)+ spells in July–August; late September to October is the pick for foliage and walking.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• Independence Day big impact

  4 Jul · United States

  Fireworks and parades; parks, beaches and flights busy.

Crowds · United States overall

High

Prices · United States overall

High

United States overall: Peak season: parks full, 4 July crowds, 40 °C+ in the desert, humid East. Alaska and the Pacific Northwest are at their best.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Boston, side by side.

• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
• A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

Build the full packing list for your trip →