🇺🇸 New York vs Quebec City 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs Quebec City, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 90 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 Quebec City
Avg annual high17°C10°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (-15°C low)
Rainy days / year124214
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJune, August, September

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇨🇦 Quebec City

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (-15°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Quebec City warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Quebec City?

Quebec City is rainier — New York sees about 90 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs Quebec City?

New York is best around May, September, October; Quebec City is best around June, August, September.

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