Best Time to Visit Amherst
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (27.4°C high); Sep is rainiest (99 mm).
Amherst weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -0.5 | -8.2 | 70 | 2.2 |
| Feb | 0.6 | -7.9 | 58 | 3.7 |
| Mar | 6 | -3.4 | 70 | 5.3 |
| Apr | 12.9 | 2.3 | 77 | 7.2 |
| May | 19.9 | 8.5 | 84 | 8.7 |
| Jun | 24.9 | 13.8 | 91 | 9.6 |
| Jul | 27.4 | 16.7 | 81 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 26.3 | 15.8 | 89 | 8.2 |
| Sep | 22.1 | 11.6 | 99 | 6.3 |
| Oct | 15.6 | 5.7 | 81 | 4 |
| Nov | 8.6 | 0.7 | 95 | 2.3 |
| Dec | 2.5 | -4.9 | 88 | 1.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: JulAugJun
Hiking: MayJunJulApr
Sightseeing: JulMayJunAug
Amherst quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Sep, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Amherst?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 99 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 27.4°C.
Where to stay
See Amherst hotels · Book Amherst tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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