Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Quebec City | Boston | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 23°C (73°F) | 27°C (81°F)▲ | Boston |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 15°C (59°F) | 18°C (64°F)▲ | Boston |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 13 days | 9 days▲ | Boston |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 114 mm | 86 mm▲ | Boston |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 9▲ | Boston |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 17 km/h | Quebec City |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Boston edges ahead as the better destination in August. Boston offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Quebec City sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Quebec City sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Boston is also comfortable at 27°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Boston is the stronger choice in August.
Quebec City reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Boston averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Quebec City receives approximately 114 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Boston sees 86 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Boston the drier option by 4 rain days and 28 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 23°C, lows of 15°C, 13 rain days
Highs of 27°C, lows of 18°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Quebec City | Boston | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -7°C | 12d | 2°C | 10d |
| Feb | -5°C | 10d | 3°C | 9d |
| Mar | 1°C | 11d | 7°C | 11d |
| Apr | 8°C | 12d | 14°C | 11d |
| May | 17°C | 13d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jun | 22°C | 12d | 25°C | 10d |
| Jul | 24°C | 15d | 28°C | 10d |
| Aug | 23°C | 13d | 27°C | 9d |
| Sep | 19°C | 11d | 23°C | 8d |
| Oct | 11°C | 13d | 16°C | 10d |
| Nov | 4°C | 12d | 10°C | 10d |
| Dec | -3°C | 13d | 5°C | 11d |
Quebec City Weather in August
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