Massachusetts Temperature Extremes: Record Highs and Lows

Massachusetts has experienced dramatic temperature swings throughout its recorded history. The state's highest temperature ever recorded reached a scorching 104°F (40°C) on August 2, 1975, in New Bedford. On the opposite end of the spectrum, the record low plummeted to -32°F (-36°C) on February 16, 1934, a mark shared by both Savoy and Chester. These extremes highlight the diverse climate conditions possible in the Bay State, from sweltering summer heat waves to bitter Arctic cold snaps.