Syracuse, NY Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Syracuse
Located in New York, United States, Syracuse experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, often snowy winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 82°F (28°C) in July and dip to about 33°F (0°C) in January, with around 51.4 inches (1305 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 82°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 33°F (0°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: -19°F (-28°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.9 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid continental - warm summers and cold, often snowy winters
- Snow: about 37 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 82°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 64°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 33°F (0°C) and lows around 19°F (-7°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as -19°F (-28°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.5 inches (139 mm) of rain over 14 days, while February is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.9 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 37 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 19° | 15 | 3.7 in | 4.1 h/day | 75% |
| February | 36° | 19° | 14 | 3.6 in | 5.4 h/day | 72% |
| March | 44° | 26° | 14 | 3.8 in | 6.6 h/day | 69% |
| April | 56° | 37° | 15 | 4.7 in | 8.0 h/day | 69% |
| May | 69° | 49° | 13 | 3.8 in | 10.2 h/day | 69% |
| June | 76° | 58° | 14 | 4.8 in | 11.1 h/day | 71% |
| July | 82° | 64° | 14 | 4.9 in | 11.9 h/day | 74% |
| August | 79° | 64° | 15 | 4.9 in | 11.0 h/day | 77% |
| September | 74° | 57° | 11 | 3.6 in | 9.4 h/day | 77% |
| October | 62° | 47° | 14 | 5.5 in | 6.6 h/day | 76% |
| November | 48° | 35° | 14 | 3.8 in | 5.1 h/day | 75% |
| December | 39° | 27° | 17 | 4.4 in | 3.8 h/day | 78% |
Syracuse month by month
Syracuse weather in January
January brings highs around 33°F (0°C), lows near 19°F (-7°C), about 15 wet days and roughly 9 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Syracuse.
Syracuse weather in February
February brings highs around 36°F (2°C), lows near 19°F (-7°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 8 snowy days - typically the driest month of the year in Syracuse.
Syracuse weather in March
March brings highs around 44°F (6°C), lows near 26°F (-3°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Syracuse weather in April
April brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 15 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Syracuse weather in May
May brings highs around 69°F (20°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 13 wet days.
Syracuse weather in June
June brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), about 14 wet days.
Syracuse weather in July
July brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 14 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Syracuse.
Syracuse weather in August
August brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 15 wet days.
Syracuse weather in September
September brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 11 wet days.
Syracuse weather in October
October brings highs around 62°F (16°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 14 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Syracuse.
Syracuse weather in November
November brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Syracuse weather in December
December brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 27°F (-3°C), about 17 wet days and roughly 8 snowy days.
Seasons in Syracuse
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Syracuse stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 37°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 42 days across the season, plus around 8 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Syracuse is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 62°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 43 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Syracuse is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 61°F (16°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season, plus around 4 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Syracuse brings deep cold, with daytime highs averaging 36°F (2°C) and nights around 22°F (-6°C); expect showers on roughly 46 days across the season, plus around 25 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 Syracuse
The best time to visit Syracuse is generally May to October, when this window offers the warmest, brightest days of the year. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 74°F (23°C).
Pack for Syracuse 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 64°F (18°C).
Syracuse temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.