🇺🇸 New York vs Skagway 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Skagway, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 136 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Skagway
Avg annual high17°C8°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (19°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year124260
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).

🇺🇸 Skagway

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (19°C), coldest lows in February (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Skagway warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Skagway?

Skagway is rainier — New York sees about 136 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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