Albany (NY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Albany is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Albany, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold 1°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -8°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Albany experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1120 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Albany, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 143 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 57 mm over 9 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Albany Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Albany.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 71%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Albany in the United States of America
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
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