🇺🇸 New York vs Tampa 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Tampa, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Tampa is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 88 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Tampa
Avg annual high17°C27°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (12°C low)
Rainy days / year124212
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).

🇺🇸 Tampa

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (12°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Tampa warmer?

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

Which is rainier, New York or Tampa?

Tampa is rainier — New York sees about 88 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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