Boston vs Washington in August

Boston is the better pick in August — 80 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Boston is hot, rainy, while Washington is sweltering, rainy.

Boston vs WashingtonAugust climate, side by side

BostonWashington
Comfort score80/100 (A)70/100 (B)
Feels-like high30°C35°C
Avg high / low29° / 19°31° / 21°
Rainfall86 mm122 mm
Rainy days89
Humidity73%74%
Air quality (AQI)5264

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Boston vs Washington in August — FAQ

Is August better in Boston or Washington?
Boston is the better pick in August — 80 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Boston is hot, rainy, while Washington is sweltering, rainy.
What is the weather like in Boston vs Washington in August?
In August, Boston averages 29°C high / 19°C low with about 86 mm of rain; Washington averages 31°C high / 21°C low with about 122 mm.