🇺🇸 New York vs Yellowknife 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs Yellowknife, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 17 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 18 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 Yellowknife
Avg annual high17°C0°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (21°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)February (-28°C low)
Rainy days / year124142
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).

🇨🇦 Yellowknife

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (21°C), coldest lows in February (-28°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Yellowknife warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 17 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Yellowknife?

Yellowknife is rainier — New York sees about 18 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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