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New York State Weather by Month: Temperature & Rainfall Guide
New York State is a region in the United States of America. Many people wonder what the weather conditions are in New York State over the year. What is the best time to visit New York State?
This page shows the average weather conditions by month in New York State over the year in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
New York State in January
In January the weather in New York State is generally less favorable. January is a winter month. The temperatures range from very low in Massena with -3°C (27°F) to low in Garden City with 5°C (41°F). On average, this month is one of the coldest months of the year in New York State. So be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in January here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in February
In February the weather in New York State is generally less favorable. February is a winter month. The temperatures range from very low in Malone with -4°C (25°F) to low in Roslyn with 6°C (43°F). It is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in February here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in March
In March the weather in New York State ranges from less favorable in New York City to mixed in Staten Island. The average maximum daytime temperatures are low and range from 3°C (37°F) in Malone to 11°C (52°F) in Roslyn.
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in March here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in April
In April the weather in New York State ranges from mixed in New York City to good in Staten Island. The temperatures range from low in Old Forge with 11°C (52°F) to moderate in Staten Island with 17°C (63°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in April here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in May
In May the weather in New York State ranges from very good in New York City to excellent in Buffalo. The temperatures range from pleasant in Montauk with 18°C (64°F) to high in Saugerties with 23°C (73°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in May here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in June
In June the weather in New York State is generally very good. June is a summer month. The temperatures range from pleasant in Old Forge with 22°C (72°F) to high in Staten Island with 27°C (81°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in June here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in July
In July the weather in New York State ranges from good in New York City to excellent in Buffalo. July is a summer month. The temperatures range from high in Old Forge with 24°C (75°F) to very high in Staten Island with 31°C (88°F). On average, this month is one of the warmest months of the year in New York State. So be prepared and make sure to dress lightly.
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in July here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in August
In August the weather in New York State ranges from very good in New York City to excellent in Buffalo. August is a summer month. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 23°C (73°F) in Old Forge to 29°C (84°F) in Staten Island.
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in August here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in September
In September the weather in New York State ranges from very good in White Plains to excellent in New York City. The temperatures range from pleasant in Old Forge with 20°C (68°F) to high in Staten Island with 26°C (79°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in September here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in October
In October the weather in New York State ranges from mixed in Buffalo to very good in Riverhead. The temperatures range from moderate in Old Forge with 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Staten Island with 19°C (66°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in October here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in November
In November the weather in New York State ranges from less favorable in Buffalo to mixed in New York City. The temperatures range from low in North Creek with 6°C (43°F) to moderate in Staten Island with 13°C (55°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in November here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New York State in December
In December the weather in New York State is generally less favorable. December is a winter month. The temperatures range from very low in Malone with 0°C (32°F) to low in Garden City with 8°C (46°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New York State in December here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
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