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Boston, MA Weather on May 27
Boston reaches 89°F on May 27, 1981
Boston's May 27 climate history shows significant temperature swings over 55 years of records. The city recorded an unusually warm high of 89°F back in 1981, nearly 18 degrees above the typical average high of 71°F for this date. Meanwhile, the coldest May 27 on record dipped to 43°F in 1973, illustrating the unpredictable spring weather that characterizes Boston's transitional season.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Boston, MA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Boston?
The warmest May 27 in Boston, MA reached 89°F in 1981. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 71°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Boston?
The coldest May 27 in Boston, MA dropped to 43°F in 1973. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 54°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Boston?
On May 27, Boston averages a high of 71°F and a low of 54°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from BOSTON.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Boston?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Boston, MA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Boston
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 74°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 59°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2023 | 75°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 82°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 83°F | 62°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2020 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 61°F | 50°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2017 | 61°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 73°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 74°F | 50°F | 1.22" | -- |
| 2013 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 72°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 70°F | 56°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2009 | 52°F | 46°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2008 | 83°F | 57°F | 2.51" | -- |
| 2007 | 71°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 74°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 61°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 50°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 2003 | 57°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 70°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 60°F | 54°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2000 | 74°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 71°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 72°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 59°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 65°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 62°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 64°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 69°F | 55°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1992 | 53°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 81°F | 56°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1990 | 65°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 80°F | 57°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1988 | 82°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 66°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 87°F | 53°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1984 | 77°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 53°F | 47°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1982 | 78°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 89°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 74°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 72°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 59°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1977 | 81°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 52°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1975 | 71°F | 53°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1974 | 50°F | 44°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1973 | 59°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 77°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 69°F | 53°F | 0.08" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: BOSTON
How Has May 27 Changed?
The last decade has been 5.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Boston, MA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.