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Boston or Washington?
Both are history, food and culture destinations in North America.
| Boston | Washington | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Cost of a week | expensive | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Warmest month | July, 28°C | July, 31°C |
| Coolest month | January, 3°C | January, 7°C |
| Known for | Fenway Park, Freedom Trail, Boston Public Library, Faneuil Hall | Lincoln Memorial, Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Boston | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3°C | 7°C |
| Feb | 5°C | 10°C |
| Mar | 9°C | 14°C |
| Apr | 14°C | 20°C |
| May | 21°C | 24°C |
| Jun | 25°C | 29°C |
| Jul | 28°C | 31°C |
| Aug | 28°C | 30°C |
| Sep | 23°C | 26°C |
| Oct | 18°C | 21°C |
| Nov | 11°C | 14°C |
| Dec | 7°C | 10°C |
So which one?
Pick Boston if…
It suits groups of friends particularly well. It also works in June, when Washington is off-season.
Pick Washington if…
It suits couples and solo travellers particularly well. It also works in April, November.
Both are at their best in May, September, October.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Boston or Washington cheaper?
Boston is expensive for a week, Washington is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Boston or Washington?
Boston peaks at 28°C in July; Washington peaks at 31°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.