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Lake George (NY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Lake George can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Lake George. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -12°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Lake George has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1254 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Lake George experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 138 mm in June, the wettest month, and 74 mm in January, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Lake George (NY)

Sun   Dec 22
-9°C | -17°C
NW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-6°C | -17°C
S 3 m/s
3.1 mm
broken clouds and  chance of rain

broken clouds and chance of rain

Tue   Dec 24
-1°C | -7°C
NE 2 m/s
9.4 mm
broken clouds and snow

broken clouds and snow

The best time of year to visit Lake George in the United States of America

During the months of May, June, August 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:
  • When is winter in Lake George?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Lake George?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lake George?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lake George?
    October tops the wettest month list with 138 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lake George?
    January is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.