Quebec City vs Boston

Quebec City and Boston are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Quebec City sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Boston is also comfortable at 27°C.

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

Quebec City reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Boston averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 9°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 August.

Quebec City receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Boston sees 86 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Quebec City the drier option by 4 rain days and 26 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.