🇺🇸 New York vs Richmond 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Richmond, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Richmond is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Richmond is drier, with roughly 2 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Richmond
Avg annual high17°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (0°C low)
Rainy days / year124122
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).

🇺🇸 Richmond

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (0°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Richmond warmer?

Richmond is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Richmond?

New York is rainier — Richmond sees about 2 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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