🇺🇸 New York vs Sarasota 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Sarasota, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Sarasota is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 97 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Sarasota
Avg annual high17°C27°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (13°C low)
Rainy days / year124221
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJanuary, February, December

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇺🇸 Sarasota

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Sarasota warmer?

Sarasota is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Sarasota?

Sarasota is rainier — New York sees about 97 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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