July weather forecast
New York, USA

July is emblematic of the height of summer in New York State. It often competes with August for the title of the hottest month of the year. Extended daylight, pronounced warmth, and heightened humidity define this mid-summer month, leading many to seek respite in cooler indoor locations or at the state's various water bodies.

In the upstate areas, particularly around the Appalachian and Adirondack Mountains, temperatures generally range from 65°F (18.3°C) to 85°F (29.4°C). While occasional rain showers persist, the frequency of thunderstorms and heatwaves sees an uptick during July. These regions, especially those at higher elevations, can sometimes offer slightly cooler retreats than the rest of the state.

Downstate New York, which covers the Greater New York Metropolitan Area and Long Island, typically witnesses temperatures oscillating between 70°F (21.1°C) and 90°F (32.2°C). The urban heat island effect remains prominent in dense urban settings like New York City, occasionally pushing temperatures a notch higher, especially during nights when the concrete jungle releases stored heat.

Compared to the somewhat milder warmth of June, July dives deep into the core of summer. The heat can often be oppressive, especially during heatwaves when temperatures soar even higher. Outdoor activities in July are best enjoyed during the early morning or late evening to avoid the midday sun. As the month progresses, residents and visitors keenly await the subtle transition towards the concluding days of peak summer in August, often hoping for a respite from July's fervent heat.

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• New York - July »
  The month with the most rainfall in New York is July, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation. July stands out as New York's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low of 69.4°F (20.8°C).
• Buffalo - July »
  July is the month with the highest UV index in Buffalo with an average maximum UV index of 6. July, noted for its average high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C), is considered the warmest month in Buffalo.
• Rochester - July »
  As the heart of summer, July is the warmest month in Rochester with a high average temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C). July is Rochester's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and lows of 63°F (17.2°C).
• Yonkers - July »
  The month with the most rainfall in Yonkers is July, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. The highest temperatures in Yonkers are recorded in July, with averages reaching a high of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low of 68.7°F (20.4°C).
• Syracuse - July »
  In Syracuse in July, during 15 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Syracuse, during July, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.
• Albany - July »
  July is the month when Albany sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 81.3°F (27.4°C) and a low of 59.5°F (15.3°C). In Albany, in July, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• New Rochelle - July »
  The month with the most rainfall in New Rochelle is July, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. July registers as the month with the average highest temperatures in New Rochelle, reaching 82.9°F (28.3°C) at its peak and 69.4°F (20.8°C) at the lowest.
• Mount Vernon - July »
  The month with the most sunshine in Mount Vernon is July, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine. In Mount Vernon, New York, in July, during 18.2 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Schenectady - July »
  In Schenectady, the month of July is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 81.3°F (27.4°C) and a low of 59.7°F (15.4°C). In Schenectady, during July, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.
• Utica - July »
  July succeeds June as the heart of summer, boasting a compelling blend of warmth, humidity, and extended daylight in Utica. On the first day of July in Utica sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:44 pm.
• White Plains - July »
  July registers as the month with the highest average temperatures in White Plains, reaching 82.8°F (28.2°C) at its peak and 68.2°F (20.1°C) at the lowest. In White Plains in July, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Hempstead - July »
  July, typically the hottest month in Hempstead, ushers in the peak of summer, offering extended daylight and the highest recorded temperature of the year. The month with the most rainfall in Hempstead is July, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.