🇺🇸 New York vs Whistler 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs Whistler, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 104 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 Whistler
Avg annual high17°C11°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-5°C low)
Rainy days / year124228
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).

🇨🇦 Whistler

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in February (-5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Whistler warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Whistler?

Whistler is rainier — New York sees about 104 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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