🇺🇸 Austin vs New York 🇺🇸

Austin, United States vs New York, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Austin is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 61 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Austin🇺🇸 New York
Avg annual high26°C17°C
Hottest monthAugust (35°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)January (-3°C low)
Rainy days / year185124
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberMay, September, October

🇺🇸 Austin

Best around March, November, December. Hottest in August (35°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Austin or New York warmer?

Austin is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Austin or New York?

Austin is rainier — New York sees about 61 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Austin vs New York?

Austin is best around March, November, December; New York is best around May, September, October.

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