West Point (NY) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In West Point, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

West Point experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1335 mm (53 in) of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month November experiences a drier climate, with about 83 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall spread across 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our West Point Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in West Point. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per 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 West Point.

The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 68%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year