🇺🇸 New York vs Whitehorse 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs Whitehorse, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 12 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 78 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 Whitehorse
Avg annual high17°C5°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (20°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-15°C low)
Rainy days / year124202
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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).

🇨🇦 Whitehorse

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (20°C), coldest lows in February (-15°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Whitehorse warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 12 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Whitehorse?

Whitehorse is rainier — New York sees about 78 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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