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White Plains (NY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in White Plains can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. 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 chilly in White Plains. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -5°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

White Plains has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1256 mm of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, November experiences a drier climate, with about 78 mm of rainfall spread across 9 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in White Plains. 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Forecast for White Plains (NY)

Sat   Dec 21
-1°C | -8°C
NW 9 m/s
8.3 mm
partly cloudy and snow

partly cloudy and snow

Sun   Dec 22
-5°C | -11°C
NW 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-2°C | -13°C
SW 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

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

During the months of May 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 summer in White Plains?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in White Plains?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in White Plains?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in White Plains?
    December tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in White Plains?
    November is the driest month with 78 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in White Plains?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 271 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.