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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Rifton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average high of 32°F (0°C). In Rifton, New York, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Rifton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C). Rifton, New York, registers an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rifton, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C). March's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in February to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Rifton, New York, is a mild spring month, with an average temperature varying between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C). The start of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in March to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Rifton, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C). May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Rifton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C). The shift from May to June sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, like June, in Rifton, New York, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C). Rifton records the warmest temperatures in July, averaging a high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low of 60.4°F (15.8°C). Throughout July, the heat index is computed to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Rifton, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.1°F (27.3°C) and min 58.6°F (14.8°C). On the advent of August, Rifton's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Rifton, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.4°F (23°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C). Rifton's transition into September involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) in August to a still moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Rifton, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.3°F (15.7°C) and min 44.1°F (6.7°C). With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a warm 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Rifton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C). The transition into November indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) from October's refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rifton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Rifton notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

How many days does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow?

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December.

How many days does it snow?

Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, April is the least humid month.

When it does not snow?

In Rifton, snow does not fall in June through September.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 15h and 12min of daylight.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the warmest month?

The warmest month is July, with an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine in Rifton is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

What is the driest month in Rifton?

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

Average temperature
Rifton, NY

Average temperature - Rifton, NY

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure
Rifton, NY

Average pressure - Rifton, NY

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed
Rifton, NY

Average wind speed - Rifton, NY

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity
Rifton, NY

Average humidity - Rifton, NY

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall - Rifton, NY

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days
Rifton, NY

Average rainfall days - Rifton, NY

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall
Rifton, NY

Average snowfall - Rifton, NY

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Rifton, NY

Average snowfall days - Rifton, NY

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Rifton, NY

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Rifton, NY

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days
Rifton, NY

Average sunshine days - Rifton, NY

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index
Rifton, NY

Average UV index - Rifton, NY

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average visibility
Rifton, NY

Average visibility - Rifton, NY

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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