🇺🇸 New York vs St. John's 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs St. John's, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 101 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 St. John's
Avg annual high17°C9°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)August (20°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year124225
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJuly, August, September

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇨🇦 St. John's

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in August (20°C), coldest lows in February (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or St. John's warmer?

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

Which is rainier, New York or St. John's?

St. John's is rainier — New York sees about 101 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs St. John's?

New York is best around May, September, October; St. John's is best around July, August, September.

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