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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Amherst, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C). January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C). Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Amherst, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Amherst, New York, sees the arrival of February with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C), indicating a subtle variation from January. Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C). As Amherst transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in February to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April is a cool spring month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature varying between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C). The start of April is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in March to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Weather in April »
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Amherst, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average high of 66°F (18.9°C). May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). Weather in May »
Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Amherst, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.6°F (23.1°C) and min 56.8°F (13.8°C). With the onset of June, Amherst observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from May's enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C). July is the month when Amherst's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and lows of 63.1°F (17.3°C). Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 62.6°F (17°C). As August takes its course, Amherst's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is also an agreeable month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C). The beginning of September subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in August to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C). As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another chilly month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C). With November's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from October's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Weather in November »
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Amherst, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). Weather in December »
[Resources]Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest in Amherst?
January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Amherst, with averages ranging from a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a low of 19.4°F (-7°C).
What is the most humid month in Amherst?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months.
How much does it rain in Amherst?
Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow in Amherst?
Months with snowfall in Amherst are January through May, October through December.
How many days does it snow in Amherst?
Throughout the year, in Amherst, New York, there are 77.2 snowfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Amherst?
The month with the least sunshine in Amherst is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Amherst?
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Amherst, New York.
What is the snowiest month in Amherst?
The month with the most snowfall in Amherst is February, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Amherst?
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 wettest month in Amherst?
The month with the most rainfall in Amherst, New York, is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Amherst?
June through September are months without snowfall in Amherst.
When are the longest days in Amherst?
June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 18min of daylight.
What is the warmest month in Amherst?
During the warmest month in Amherst, July, temperatures average a high of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and a low of 63.1°F (17.3°C).
What are the least humid months in Amherst?
July through September, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Amherst, New York.
What month has the most sunshine in Amherst?
July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.
When is the highest UV index in Amherst?
The month with the highest UV index is July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the driest month in Amherst?
September is the month with the least rainfall in Amherst. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Amherst?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
Average temperature
Amherst, NY
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure
Amherst, NY
- Average pressure in January:
30.05"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.04"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.08"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.98"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.92"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.95"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in September:
30.04"Hg - Average pressure in October:
30"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.09"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed
Amherst, NY
- Average wind speed in January:
11mph - Average wind speed in February:
10.4mph - Average wind speed in March:
9.3mph - Average wind speed in April:
9.3mph - Average wind speed in May:
7.7mph - Average wind speed in June:
7.3mph
- Average wind speed in July:
6.7mph - Average wind speed in August:
6.9mph - Average wind speed in September:
7.2mph - Average wind speed in October:
9mph - Average wind speed in November:
9.9mph - Average wind speed in December:
10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity
Amherst, NY
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).
Average rainfall
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall in January:
1.93" - Average rainfall in February:
2.2" - Average rainfall in March:
2.17" - Average rainfall in April:
2.6" - Average rainfall in May:
2.87" - Average rainfall in June:
2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days
Amherst, NY
- Average rainfall days in January:
7.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
7.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
12.4 days - Average rainfall days in April:
16.1 days - Average rainfall days in May:
17.8 days - Average rainfall days in June:
16.2 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
17.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
17.1 days - Average rainfall days in September:
15 days - Average rainfall days in October:
17.7 days - Average rainfall days in November:
13.7 days - Average rainfall days in December:
10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall in January:
7.13" - Average snowfall in February:
7.64" - Average snowfall in March:
4.02" - Average snowfall in April:
1.81" - Average snowfall in May:
0.28" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Amherst, NY
- Average snowfall days in January:
19 days - Average snowfall days in February:
17.1 days - Average snowfall days in March:
12.4 days - Average snowfall days in April:
4.7 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.4 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0.9 days - Average snowfall days in November:
7.2 days - Average snowfall days in December:
15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Amherst, NY
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 2min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 4min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 2min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 4min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 2min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 5min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 3min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 4min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January:
2h and 2min - Average sunshine in February:
2h and 3min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 5min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 0min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 5min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 2min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 2min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 1min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 5min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 2min - Average sunshine in November:
4h and 1min - Average sunshine in December:
2h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days
Amherst, NY
- Average sunshine days in January:
6.3 days - Average sunshine days in February:
6.5 days - Average sunshine days in March:
9.9 days - Average sunshine days in April:
10.2 days - Average sunshine days in May:
11.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12.1 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
11.3 days - Average sunshine days in August:
11.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
12.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
11.4 days - Average sunshine days in November:
11 days - Average sunshine days in December:
8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
Average UV index
Amherst, NY
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Amherst, NY
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility
Amherst, NY
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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