Geography of Suffolk County
Geography of Suffolk County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Suffolk County
Boston is 0 mi to the north, Area Code 617 is 0 mi to the north, ZIP Code 02108 is 0 mi to the south-west and Boston Logan International Airport is 3 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589)
Quick facts about Suffolk County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589) |
| Population | 780.000 |
| Local time | 4:01 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June and August |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Suffolk County is a county in Massachusetts. Suffolk County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 780.000.
Right now it is 62°F (16°C) in Suffolk County with clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 60°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Suffolk County is June and August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Franconia Notch State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Suffolk County today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Suffolk County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 21° | 4,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 37° | 21° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 49° | 32° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 68° | 51° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 80° | 62° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 84° | 67° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 63° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 58° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 64° | 48° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 36° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 27° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Suffolk County?
Suffolk County is a county in Massachusetts. Its coordinates are 42.3601, -71.0589. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Suffolk County right now?
It is currently 62°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Suffolk County?
June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Suffolk County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Suffolk County in?
Suffolk County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:01 AM.
How many people live in Suffolk County?
Suffolk County has a population of approximately 780.000.
What is the nearest airport to Suffolk County?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 3 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 182 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 184 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Suffolk County?
Popular options include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington and Central Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 4:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
