🇺🇸 New York vs West Palm Beach 🇺🇸

New York, United States vs West Palm Beach, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. West Palm Beach is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 145 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇺🇸 West Palm Beach
Avg annual high17°C27°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (17°C low)
Rainy days / year124269
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).

🇺🇸 West Palm Beach

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (17°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or West Palm Beach warmer?

West Palm Beach is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach is rainier — New York sees about 145 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs West Palm Beach?

New York is best around May, September, October; West Palm Beach is best around January, February, December.

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