Utica Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

With minimal seasonal shifts, Utica experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in February to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in November.

Nighttime temperatures range from 19°C (66°F) in February to 18°C (64°F) in November.

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Temperature ranges by month

Utica has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3362 mm (132 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Utica bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 456 mm (18 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 106 mm (4.2 in) over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Utica Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Utica, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.2 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. May sees a soft sun for only 2.8 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Utica.

The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 77%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year