The best times to visit Framingham for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Framingham Travel Info

Weather in Framingham

Temperature

Average temperatures in Framingham vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Framingham, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 86.8°F (30.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.7°F (17.1°C) at night.

Framingham Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Framingham Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Framingham Perceived Temperature (F)

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Framingham Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Framingham Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 37.7 27.9 17.7
Feb 38.8 28.3 17.8
Mar 47.7 37 27.3
Apr 60.4 48.6 37.2
May 72.2 59.4 46.8
Jun 78.3 66.5 54.7
Jul 85 73.3 61.1
Aug 82.7 70.6 57.7
Sep 76.4 63.6 50.5
Oct 65 52.8 40.6
Nov 53.9 42.6 31.7
Dec 44.6 34.7 25.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.2 -2.3 -7.9
Feb 3.8 -2.1 -7.9
Mar 8.7 2.8 -2.6
Apr 15.8 9.2 2.9
May 22.3 15.2 8.2
Jun 25.7 19.2 12.6
Jul 29.4 22.9 16.2
Aug 28.2 21.4 14.3
Sep 24.7 17.6 10.3
Oct 18.3 11.6 4.8
Nov 12.2 5.9 -0.2
Dec 7 1.5 -3.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Framingham are September, March, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Framingham? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Framingham.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Framingham (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 21% 0 2.7
Feb 20% 0 2.8
Mar 19% 0 3.6
Apr 24% 0 3.6
May 20% 0 2.9
Jun 26% 0 4
Jul 20% 0 3.6
Aug 23% 0 3.8
Sep 18% 0 3.3
Oct 23% 0 4.4
Nov 20% 0 3.5
Dec 29% 0 4.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 6.9
Feb 20 0 7.1
Mar 19 0 9.1
Apr 24 0 9.1
May 20 0 7.4
Jun 26 0 10.2
Jul 20 0 9.1
Aug 23 0 9.7
Sep 18 0 8.4
Oct 23 0 11.2
Nov 20 0 8.9
Dec 29 0 11.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Framingham has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (48.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (64.8%).

Wind in Framingham is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 14.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Framingham.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.7 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 6.5 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jun 4.7 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Aug 4.1 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 10.3 Significant breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Nov 5.1 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Dec 5.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.8%
Feb 50.3%
Mar 48.5%
Apr 48.6%
May 55.5%
Jun 63.4%
Jul 63.3%
Aug 62.8%
Sep 64.8%
Oct 63.2%
Nov 57.2%
Dec 61.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Framingham?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Framingham, MA, US is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Framingham in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 51.6 in December means 51.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Framingham Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.3°F (25.2°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Framingham, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.9°F (27.2°C) and 49.2°F (9.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Framingham to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.5°F (8.1°C) and 33.9°F (1.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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