Weather in Buffalo
What's the weather like in Buffalo?
Buffalo has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (33°F) in January to 26°C (78°F) in July, with overnight lows around -6°C (21°F) and 19°C (65°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Buffalo are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Coordinates
- 42.886, -78.878
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 33°F | -6°C / 21°F | 75 mm | 13 | — |
| February | 1°C / 34°F | -6°C / 21°F | 83 mm | 13 | — |
| March | 5°C / 42°F | -3°C / 27°F | 81 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 3°C / 37°F | 104 mm | 14 | — |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 9°C / 49°F | 86 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 94 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 26°C / 78°F | 19°C / 65°F | 103 mm | 12 | — |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 65°F | 84 mm | 12 | — |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 85 mm | 9 | — |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 10°C / 49°F | 111 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 37°F | 86 mm | 13 | — |
| December | 4°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 89 mm | 14 | — |
Buffalo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
Cities with a similar climate to Buffalo
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Buffalo?
The most comfortable months in Buffalo are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Buffalo?
July is typically the hottest month in Buffalo, averaging a high of 26°C (78°F).
What is the coldest month in Buffalo?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -6°C (21°F).
Does it snow in Buffalo?
Snow is rare in Buffalo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
Live forecast, sunrise/sunset, and more.