Quebec City vs Boston

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Quebec City edges ahead as the better destination in April. Quebec City offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Boston sees 9 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Quebec City sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Boston is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Quebec City is the stronger choice in April. Boston receives 3 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 April. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Boston averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 April.

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

Boston sees 101 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Quebec City the drier option by 6 rain days and 41 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.