Newton, MA has a typical New England climate with cold and snowy winters, hot and humid summers, and generally mild fall and spring seasons. The average yearly temperature is around 45 °F (7 °C), while the January low averages 22 °F (-6 °C). Precipitation is fairly steady throughout the year, with snowfall averaging 43 inches (109 cm) per year. The area experiences quite a bit of rainfall as well, so it is important to bring an umbrella or rain jacket during any season. The summer months are usually warm and sunny with temperatures reaching up to 85°F (29°C).
Newton, Massachusetts gets 48 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Newton averages 50 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 204 sunny days per year in Newton. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Newton gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 131 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 18
Rain: averages 48 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 50 inches of snow a year