🇺🇸 New York vs Seattle 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Seattle, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 79 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Seattle
Avg annual high17°C15°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)August (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (2°C low)
Rainy days / year124203
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇺🇸 Seattle

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in August (25°C), coldest lows in February (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Seattle warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Seattle?

Seattle is rainier — New York sees about 79 fewer rainy days per year.

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

New York is best around May, September, October; Seattle is best around June, July, August.

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