West Acton, MA
Unincorporated community in Middlesex County, Massachusetts
West Acton is a small unincorporated community in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is 2.0 miles E of Acton, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 01720.
West Acton at a glance
- State
- Massachusetts
- County
- Middlesex County
- ZIP code
- 01720
- Nearest town
- Acton (2.0 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 42.4750, -71.4750
Weather in West Acton now
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West Acton weather by the hour
West Acton weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of West Acton.
This week in West Acton
Sunrise, sunset and moon in West Acton
What is the weather usually like in West Acton?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 15°F average low
- 49.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,262 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit West Acton: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station MAYNARD 2, MA US (USC00194580), adjusted for the elevation of West Acton.
West Acton weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in West Acton through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 4:39 PM | 9 h 28 min |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:19 PM | 10 h 38 min |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:53 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:02 AM | 7:28 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| May | 5:22 AM | 8:02 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| June | 5:06 AM | 8:26 PM | 15 h 20 min |
| July | 5:20 AM | 8:23 PM | 15 h 2 min |
| August | 5:51 AM | 7:48 PM | 13 h 57 min |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:57 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:05 PM | 11 h 7 min |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:25 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:15 PM | 9 h 8 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in West Acton?
West Acton has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 15°F (-10°C).
It gets about 49.7 inches (1,262 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is February.
The best time to visit West Acton is May–June and August–September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near West Acton
The closest live webcam is Littleton › North: RT-2: I-495-NB-MM77.6 - Ex 78 Rt 2 EB: NORTH, 3.6 miles NW of West Acton.
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Other communities near West Acton
- Kelly Corner1.1 mi E
- South Acton1.6 mi SE
- Boxboro Station2.2 mi NW
- Damons Mills Westvale2.9 mi SE
- Boxboro2.9 mi NW
- Village of Nagog Woods3.8 mi NE
- Shaker Village5.9 mi NW
- Nine Acre Corner5.9 mi SE
- Willows6.6 mi NW
- Devenscrest7.0 mi NW
- Musketamquid Village subdivision7.0 mi SE
- Still River7.4 mi W
- Baker Bridge7.8 mi SE
- West Bedford8.1 mi E
- Ward Corner8.2 mi NE
Questions about West Acton
Where is West Acton, MA?
West Acton is an unincorporated community in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 2.0 miles E of Acton.
What county is West Acton in?
West Acton is in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
What is the ZIP code of West Acton, MA?
The ZIP code for West Acton is 01720.
What is the nearest town to West Acton?
Acton, 2.0 miles away.
Are there webcams near West Acton?
Yes. The closest is Littleton › North: RT-2: I-495-NB-MM77.6 - Ex 78 Rt 2 EB: NORTH, 3.6 miles away.
What is the hottest month in West Acton?
July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in West Acton?
January, with an average low of 15°F (-10°C).
How much does it rain in West Acton?
About 49.7 inches (1,262 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in West Acton?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit West Acton?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does West Acton have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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