Boston vs New York

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Boston edges ahead as the better destination in July. Boston offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while New York sees 12 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Boston sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. New York runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Boston is the stronger choice in July. New York receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Boston reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

New York averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Boston receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during July. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

New York sees 104 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Boston the drier option by 6 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.