New York vs Boston

New York and Boston are closely matched in October. 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.

New York sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Boston is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, New York is the stronger choice in October. Boston receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

New York reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Boston averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

New York receives approximately 98 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Boston sees 108 mm over 10 rain days. That makes New York the drier option by 1 rain day and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.