🇺🇸 New York vs Raleigh 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Raleigh, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Raleigh is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 8 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Raleigh
Avg annual high17°C22°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year124132
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberApril, May, October

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇺🇸 Raleigh

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Raleigh warmer?

Raleigh is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Raleigh?

Raleigh is rainier — New York sees about 8 fewer rainy days per year.

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

New York is best around May, September, October; Raleigh is best around April, May, October.

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