The best times to visit Taunton for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 8th

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

 

 


Other Taunton Travel Info

Weather in Taunton

Temperature

Average temperatures in Taunton 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 20th 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 Taunton, 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 86.7°F (30.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.3°F (17.9°C) at night.

Taunton Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Taunton 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.

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Taunton Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Taunton 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 39 29.3 19.6
Feb 39.9 29.8 20
Mar 49 38 28.2
Apr 61.1 48.9 37.6
May 71.7 59.1 47.4
Jun 78.5 66.5 55.2
Jul 85.1 73.4 62.4
Aug 82.9 70.6 58.5
Sep 76.4 63.8 51.8
Oct 65.6 53.7 42.3
Nov 54.8 43.6 33
Dec 46.1 36.2 26.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.9 -1.5 -6.9
Feb 4.4 -1.2 -6.7
Mar 9.4 3.3 -2.1
Apr 16.2 9.4 3.1
May 22.1 15.1 8.6
Jun 25.8 19.2 12.9
Jul 29.5 23 16.9
Aug 28.3 21.4 14.7
Sep 24.7 17.7 11
Oct 18.7 12.1 5.7
Nov 12.7 6.4 0.6
Dec 7.8 2.3 -2.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Taunton are August, May, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Taunton? 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 Taunton.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Taunton (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 25% 0 3.3
Feb 24% 0 3.5
Mar 26% 0 5.5
Apr 24% 0 4.3
May 21% 0 2.9
Jun 26% 0 4.4
Jul 24% 0 4.6
Aug 20% 0 3.6
Sep 21% 0 4.3
Oct 24% 0 4.8
Nov 22% 0 3.9
Dec 33% 0 5.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 0 8.4
Feb 24 0 8.9
Mar 26 0 14
Apr 24 0 10.9
May 21 0 7.4
Jun 26 0 11.2
Jul 24 0 11.7
Aug 20 0 9.1
Sep 21 0 10.9
Oct 24 0 12.2
Nov 22 0 9.9
Dec 33 0 14

 

Humidity and Wind

Taunton has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (50.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68%).

Wind in Taunton is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 6 knots (6.9 MPH or 11.1 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 13.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.2 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 5 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Jun 4.3 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.1 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.3 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.7 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Dec 4.9 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 53.6%
Feb 51.3%
Mar 50.2%
Apr 50.3%
May 57.9%
Jun 64.9%
Jul 65%
Aug 65.9%
Sep 68%
Oct 65.6%
Nov 60.2%
Dec 62.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Taunton?

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 Taunton, MA, US is July, followed by June and August. 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 Taunton in January. 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 51.4 in January means 51.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Taunton Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 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 Taunton, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 50.8°F (10.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Taunton to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 35.3°F (1.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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