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Oswego (NY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Oswego can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Oswego. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°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 -7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Oswego has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1112 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Oswego experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 128 mm in October, the wettest month, and 68 mm in March, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Oswego can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Forecast for Oswego (NY)

Sun   Dec 22
-10°C | -14°C
N 3 m/s
5.2 mm
overcast and  chance of snow

overcast and chance of snow

Mon   Dec 23
-2°C | -14°C
S 4 m/s
3.6 mm
overcast and slight snow

overcast and slight snow

Tue   Dec 24
2°C | -4°C
S 3 m/s
8.1 mm
overcast and sleet

overcast and sleet

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

During the months of June, July, 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Oswego?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Oswego?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Oswego?
    October tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Oswego?
    March is the driest month with 68 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Oswego?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 287 hours of sunshine.

  • 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.