Quebec City vs Boston

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Boston edges ahead as the better destination in October. Boston offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Quebec City sees 3 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.

Quebec City is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Boston is also comfortable at 16°C.

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

Quebec City reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Boston averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 10°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 October.

Quebec City receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during October. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Boston sees 108 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Quebec City the drier option by 7 rain days and 68 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.