Current Weather and Forecast in Syracuse, NY
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About the weather in Syracuse
Syracuse has a humid continental climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 82°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 19°. October brings the most rain, on about 14 days, while July is the sunniest, with 11.9 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 171 days.
Syracuse climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Is Syracuse hot in summer?
July averages 82°F (28°C). Hot afternoons happen but extremes are not the norm.
When should I visit Syracuse?
The best time to visit Syracuse is generally May to October, when these are the warmest and brightest weeks of the year. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 74°F (23°C), with rain on about 14 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in May.
Which month is coolest in Syracuse?
January, with highs of 33°F (0°C) and lows near 19°F (-7°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -19°F (-28°C).
When does Syracuse drop below freezing?
Average overnight lows sit at or below 0°C in 4 months of the year, December through March.
What is the rainiest month in Syracuse?
October, at 5.5 inches (139 mm) over about 14 days. February is the driest month, at 3.6 inches (91 mm).
Is there snow in Syracuse?
Yes - about 37 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated November through April.
How often does it rain in Syracuse?
About 171 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 51.4 inches (1305 mm). That works out at roughly 7.6 mm on an average wet day.
When is Syracuse at its hottest?
July, averaging 82°F (28°C) by day and 64°F (18°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 97°F (36°C).