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 is the peak month of summer and is the warmest month in New York City with temperatures ascending to 82.9°F (28.3°C).
• Buffalo - July »
  The month with the most sunshine in Buffalo is July, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine. In Buffalo during July, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.
• Rochester - July »
  In Rochester July is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low of 63°F (17.2°C). As the heart of summer, July is the warmest month in Rochester with a high average temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°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. July, on average, is the warmest month in Yonkers registering a high temperature of 84.2°F (29°C) and a low of 68.7°F (20.4°C).
• Syracuse - July »
  July, noted for its average high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C), is considered the warmest month in Syracuse, New York. In Syracuse, New York, during July, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.
• Albany - July »
  The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine. 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. In New Rochelle, July is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low of 69.4°F (20.8°C).
• Mount Vernon - July »
  The month with the most rainfall in Mount Vernon is July, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. With an average high-temperature of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C), July is the warmest month in Mount Vernon, New York.
• 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 »
  In Utica during July, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. July succeeds June as the heart of summer, boasting a compelling blend of warmth, humidity, and extended daylight in Utica.
• White Plains - July »
  In White Plains during July, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. On the first day of July in White Plains sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:31 pm.
• Hempstead - July »
  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. July, typically the hottest month in Hempstead, ushers in the peak of summer, offering extended daylight and the highest recorded temperature of the year.