🇺🇸 New York vs Sacramento 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Sacramento, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Sacramento is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Sacramento is drier, with roughly 65 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Sacramento
Avg annual high17°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (37°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (5°C low)
Rainy days / year12459
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberApril, October, November

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇺🇸 Sacramento

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (37°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Sacramento warmer?

Sacramento is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Sacramento?

New York is rainier — Sacramento sees about 65 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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