🇺🇸 New York vs St. Louis 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs St. Louis, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. St. Louis is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 55 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 St. Louis
Avg annual high17°C19°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (-4°C low)
Rainy days / year124179
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberApril, September, October

🇺🇸 New York

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

🇺🇸 St. Louis

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or St. Louis warmer?

St. Louis is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or St. Louis?

St. Louis is rainier — New York sees about 55 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs St. Louis?

New York is best around May, September, October; St. Louis is best around April, September, October.

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