Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Boston on January 01

On January 1st in Boston, the temperature fluctuated between extremes over the years. In 1966, the city experienced its hottest recorded temperature of 61.0°F, while in 2018, it dipped to a chilly 0.1°F, marking the coldest temperature ever recorded. On average, the temperature for this date stands at 31.54°F, with the daily high averaging at 39.97°F and the low at 23.10°F. In an interesting news item from these years, in 1966, the Boston Celtics won the NBA Championship, securing their eighth consecutive title in a thrilling battle against their rival, the Los Angeles Lakers.