Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Boston on August 26

On August 26th in Boston, the temperature reached a scorching 96.1°F in 2021, making it the hottest ever recorded on this date. Alternately, the coldest temperature of 51.1°F occurred in 1981. Typically, Boston experiences an average temperature of 71.20°F on August 26th, with an average high of 75.17°F and an average low of 67.22°F. In addition to these temperature extremes, an interesting news item from the year 2021 is that Boston's public parks saw a record number of visitors during the summer, as residents sought outdoor spaces to safely socialize and enjoy recreational activities amidst the ongoing pandemic.