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January
Winter-like conditions prevail from November through April in northern New York, and from December through March in southern New York. On average, western New York is much cloudier than points south and east in New York, much of it generated from the Great Lakes.
Typically, it starts to snow in New York in December and the snow season stops in early March . January and February are the two most likely months to have snow in New York. December and March are not big snow months, but you should be prepared to deal with snow during these two months as well.
The climate of New York is continental, with cold winters and hot summers. The daily average temperature ranges from 0.5 °C (33 °F) in January to 24.5 °C (76 °F) in July.
July
The best time to visit New York is April to June and November and December. April to June is spring, the weather is pleasant and tourists are fewer than usual. New York is in its best festive mode in November and December with Thanksgiving followed by Christmas and New Year.
New York City’s average lows during the winter months are mostly in the 20s and 30s Fahrenheit, whereas London’s winter lows hover around 40 degrees F. NYC’s summer highs are around 80 degrees F, and London’s are a good 10 degrees cooler, around 70 degrees F.
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That’s how he ended up in Yakutsk, Russia. The capital city of the vast (1.2 million square miles) Siberian region known as the Sakha Republic, Yakutsk is widely identified as the world’s coldest city . “No other place on Earth experiences this temperature extreme,” Iuncker says.
Just January and February normally have temperatures this cold . For 18 days a year, on average, the city’s highest temperature doesn’t get above freezing. Such chilly days occur from December to March, but are usually most frequent in January.
New York has four distinct seasons, with spring taking over in April . Temperatures can reach the mid-20s(C), although there’s still a chance of snow at this time. New York City’s also protected by its tall buildings and skyscrapers, which keep away some of the cold and wind.
New Snow | Base Depth Lower/Upper | Lifts Open Open/Total |
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West Mountain New York , USA Last Updated: 01/02 Compare | ||
24 HR: 0″ 72 HR: 0″ | 20″ – 30″ Full Report | 3 / 5 |
McCauley Mountain Ski Center New York , USA Last Updated: 01/02 Compare | ||
24 HR: 0″ 72 HR: 0″ | 10″ – 28″ Full Report | 2 / 5 |
You can plan on DC’s and NYC’s weather and climate to be similar, although DC summers will run about 5°F warmer than those in NYC . New York averages a January low of 26° F, and in DC , the average January low is 27, but with less snow. Your DC winter will be a bit shorter too.
Summary Statistics
All-time Maximum Temperature | 106°F – July 9th, 1936 |
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Summers with Most 100°F Days | 1953 & 1966 (4) |
Earliest 100°F in Season | June 26 th (1952) |
Latest 100°F in Season | September 7th (1881) |
All-time Warmest Minimum Temperature | 84°F – 1908 (twice), 1995 & 2011 |
Warmer Temperatures The annual average temperature statewide has risen about 2.4°F since 1970. Annual average temperatures have increased in all regions of the state. More warming will occur, mostly in the northern parts of New York .