🇺🇸 New York vs Utqiagvik 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs Utqiagvik, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 23 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 13 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 Utqiagvik
Avg annual high17°C-6°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (9°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-25°C low)
Rainy days / year124137
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).

🇺🇸 Utqiagvik

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (9°C), coldest lows in February (-25°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Utqiagvik warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 23 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Utqiagvik?

Utqiagvik is rainier — New York sees about 13 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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