Watertown, Massachusetts, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Watertown, Massachusetts, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Watertown, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Watertown, Massachusetts, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Watertown, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Watertown, Massachusetts, United States of America by month

January

January here is frigid. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Insulated boots
Gloves
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Scarf
Thermal undergarments
Sweaters
Very heavy socks
Pajamas, such as sweats
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleeces

February

February in Watertown is frosty. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) to 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Gloves
Sweaters
Scarf
Insulated boots
Fleeces
Thermal undergarments
Very heavy socks
Multiple layer jacket shell
Pajamas, such as sweats
Waterproof coat
Umbrella

March

March is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Sweaters
Cold weather footwear
Heavy socks
Warm pants or jeans
Heavy jacket
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Gloves or mittens

April

Traveling to Watertown in April, you will notice that it is cool. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Socks
Fleeces
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof footwear

May

May in Watertown is balmy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Umbrella
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Long skirts
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Socks
Standard footwear

June

If you go to Watertown in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Skirts
Light footwear
Sunscreen lotion
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Dresses
Sandals
Shorts or short pants
Waterproof footwear

July

If you go to Watertown in July, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Sunglasses
Skirts
Umbrella
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Shorts
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof footwear
Short sleeve shirts

August

If you vacation in Watertown during August, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Sandals
Light footwear
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Waterproof footwear
Shorts or short pants
Dresses

September

If you visit Watertown during September, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Long and short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Shorts or short pants
Sunscreen lotion
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Light footwear
Skirts
Waterproof footwear

October

October in Watertown can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Socks
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Dresses
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Rain coat

November

Traveling to Watertown in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain or snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof boots
Standard footwear
Waterproof coat
Fleeces
Jacket or coat
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Socks

December

December in Watertown is brisk. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Heavy jacket
Umbrella
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof boots
Heavy socks

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Watertown, Massachusetts, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Watertown, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types A and B
A SIM card that works in Watertown
Appropriate museum wear

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