Buffalo, NY Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Buffalo
Located in New York, United States, Buffalo experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 78°F (26°C) in July and dip to about 33°F (1°C) in January, with around 43.5 inches (1105 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 78°F (26°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 33°F (1°C)
- Record high: 93°F (34°C) · Record low: -6°F (-21°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 26 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 78°F (26°C) and overnight lows stay near 65°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 33°F (1°C) and lows around 22°F (-6°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 93°F (34°C) and dropped as low as -6°F (-21°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.4 inches (110 mm) of rain over 14 days, while March is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.5 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 26 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 22° | 14 | 3.2 in | 4.3 h/day | 75% |
| February | 35° | 22° | 12 | 3.2 in | 6.0 h/day | 73% |
| March | 43° | 28° | 13 | 3.2 in | 7.3 h/day | 71% |
| April | 53° | 37° | 14 | 4.3 in | 8.7 h/day | 72% |
| May | 65° | 49° | 12 | 3.3 in | 10.7 h/day | 73% |
| June | 74° | 59° | 12 | 3.7 in | 12.0 h/day | 72% |
| July | 78° | 65° | 12 | 3.9 in | 12.5 h/day | 76% |
| August | 77° | 65° | 13 | 3.7 in | 11.4 h/day | 77% |
| September | 73° | 59° | 10 | 3.5 in | 10.0 h/day | 76% |
| October | 60° | 49° | 14 | 4.4 in | 6.8 h/day | 75% |
| November | 48° | 37° | 13 | 3.4 in | 5.6 h/day | 72% |
| December | 39° | 29° | 15 | 3.6 in | 3.9 h/day | 76% |
Buffalo month by month
Buffalo weather in January
January brings highs around 33°F (1°C), lows near 22°F (-6°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 7 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Buffalo.
Buffalo weather in February
February brings highs around 35°F (2°C), lows near 22°F (-6°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Buffalo weather in March
March brings highs around 43°F (6°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the driest month of the year in Buffalo.
Buffalo weather in April
April brings highs around 53°F (12°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Buffalo weather in May
May brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 12 wet days.
Buffalo weather in June
June brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 12 wet days.
Buffalo weather in July
July brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 12 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Buffalo.
Buffalo weather in August
August brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 13 wet days.
Buffalo weather in September
September brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 10 wet days.
Buffalo weather in October
October brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 14 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Buffalo.
Buffalo weather in November
November brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Buffalo weather in December
December brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 29°F (-1°C), about 15 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Seasons in Buffalo
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Buffalo stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 54°F (12°C) and nights around 38°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season, plus around 5 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Buffalo brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 63°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Buffalo is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 60°F (16°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season, plus around 2 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Buffalo brings deep cold, with daytime highs averaging 36°F (2°C) and nights around 24°F (-4°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season, plus around 19 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Buffalo
The best time to visit Buffalo is generally May to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 71°F (22°C).
Pack for Buffalo with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 65°F (18°C).
Buffalo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.