🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale vs New York 🇺🇸

Fort Lauderdale, United States vs New York, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Fort Lauderdale is the warmer of the two — about 11 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 153 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale🇺🇸 New York
Avg annual high28°C17°C
Hottest monthAugust (31°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (17°C low)January (-3°C low)
Rainy days / year277124
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberMay, September, October

🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (17°C).

🇺🇸 New York

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Fort Lauderdale or New York warmer?

Fort Lauderdale is warmer overall, averaging about 11 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Fort Lauderdale or New York?

Fort Lauderdale is rainier — New York sees about 153 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale vs New York?

Fort Lauderdale is best around January, February, December; New York is best around May, September, October.

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