Needham, MA has a humid continental climate, which is characterized by warm summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures reach the mid to upper 80s with moderate humidity levels. Winters in Needham are generally cold and snowy, with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s during the nighttime. Precipitation is consistent throughout the year, with just over four inches on average each month. Despite experiencing all four seasons, Needham generally enjoys mild temperatures and doesn't experience extreme weather conditions such as tropical storms or tornadoes.
Needham, Massachusetts gets 49 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Needham averages 50 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 201 sunny days per year in Needham. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Needham 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 17
Rain: averages 49 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 50 inches of snow a year