Tug Hill and the Adirondacks see the most lake effect snowfall because of higher elevations and proximity to the lakes. These snow events can be very localized with some areas getting multiple feet of snow while others get none at all. Lake effect snow falls primarily in Western New York and the western slopes of the Adirondacks. An average of ten tornadoes touch down in New York annually. Hurricanes reach the state about once every 20 years, with major hurricane impacts every 70 years. Occasionally tropical storms move up the coast and impact the state in the summer and fall. In the warmer months, thunderstorms accompany cold fronts from the northwest. ![]() The lowest amounts occur near New York’s northern borders with Canada and Vermont, and New York’s southern tier. The statewide precipitation average is 46″ with the highest amounts of rain and snow falling downwind of Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, in Lewis, Oneida, Hamilton and Ulster Counties. New York precipitation amounts are relatively steady throughout the year. The Adirondacks is often spared oppressive temperatures during many heat waves. Heat waves are common in New York state, occurring on average, two times each summer. A 10 day heat wave, beginning in NYC on Jwas notable for 3 consecutive days above 100☏. The longest heat wave in NY history occurred in New York City over 12 days beginning on August 23, 1954. In New York, heat waves are defined as at least 3 consecutive days with high temperatures above 90☏. Daytime highs are often above 85☏, but cooler near the ocean. New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley are more sultry with higher temperatures and dew points. Much of the rest of the state including Western New York, Central New York, the mid-Hudson Valley and the Catskills have more moderate temperatures but are usually humid, with high temperatures ranging 80☏-85☏. Evenings in the Adirondacks can be chilly, with temperatures ranging on average between 45☏-55☏. The Adirondacks typically experience pleasant dry weather in the summer, with temperatures ranging from 65☏-75☏. The summer climate is cooler in the Adirondacks due to higher elevation and latitude. In upstate New York, summer-like conditions prevail from June to early September, while areas in far southern New York and New York City have summer conditions from late May through late September. Summer in New York state varies significantly by region. New York City, the lower Hudson Valley and Long Island are the warmest in New York state because of warmer ocean temperatures which keep highs for these areas around 40☏. Nights are cold but not frigid, around 20☏. Most of Central New York, the Mid-Hudson Valley, and the Catskills have temperatures that are milder, with highs between 30-35☏. Nights are can be frigid, often hovering around 0☏. The Adirondacks are the coldest part of New York State, almost always below freezing in the winter. ![]() Cloud cover also varies, from a low 32% in July and August, reaching up to 58% in February.Winter conditions prevail from November through April in northern New York, and from December through March in southern part of the state. Typical visibility stands at around 6 miles, dropping to 5 miles in the winter months. Total sunshine days swing from 11.1 days in February up to 17.3 days in September. Hours of sunshine vary, peaking in July with 10.6 hours and falling to a minimum of 3.8 hours in February. Interestingly, snowfall occurs mostly between December and February, noticeably absent from June to November.Īn average daylight duration ranging from 9.1 hours in December to 15.3 hours in June can be expected. On average, Albany experiences rainfall on 9.5 to 17.1 days. Monthly rainfall varies from 1.93 to 3.19", the maximum being in October and the minimum in September. The humidity level stays relatively constant throughout the year, fluctuating from 73% to 83%. The peak temperature usually goes up to 81.3☏ in July while it can drop to a low of 16.7☏ in January. Interesting annual weather variations and patterns can be seen here. ![]() In this type of climate backdrop, there is no dry season while the summers are typically warm. ![]() Albany, New York, located in the northeastern US, exhibits a humid continental climate as per Köppen climate classification, marked by a "Dfb" code.
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