Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
| Metric | Quebec City | Boston | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 8°C (46°F) | 19°C (66°F)▲ | Boston |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -1°C (30°F) | 7°C (45°F)▲ | Boston |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 5 days▲ | Boston |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 103 mm | 60 mm▲ | Boston |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day▲ | 6h/day | Quebec City |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Boston |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Boston edges ahead as the better destination in April. Boston offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Quebec City sees 9 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Quebec City is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. Boston is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Boston is the stronger choice in April. Quebec City receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Quebec City reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Boston averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 11°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 April.
Quebec City receives approximately 103 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Boston sees 60 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Boston the drier option by 7 rain days and 43 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 8°C, lows of -1°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 19°C, lows of 7°C, 5 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Quebec City | Boston | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -7°C | 12d | 4°C | 3d |
| Feb | -5°C | 10d | 8°C | 3d |
| Mar | 1°C | 11d | 13°C | 4d |
| Apr | 8°C | 12d | 19°C | 5d |
| May | 17°C | 13d | 22°C | 6d |
| Jun | 22°C | 12d | 24°C | 6d |
| Jul | 24°C | 15d | 22°C | 6d |
| Aug | 23°C | 13d | 19°C | 5d |
| Sep | 19°C | 11d | 13°C | 4d |
| Oct | 11°C | 13d | 8°C | 3d |
| Nov | 4°C | 12d | 4°C | 3d |
| Dec | -3°C | 13d | 3°C | 3d |
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