Albany Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Albany, New York - NY, USA)

The climate in the city of Albany can be characterized by its cold, freezing winter months and surprisingly warm summers, with a good chance of sunshine.

Throughout the year, the weather in Upstate New York is distinctly seasonal and variable. December and January serve as the coldest months, when temperatures hover around 0°C / 32°F by day and drop well below freezing by night.

From November through April, snowy weather in Albany can be expected at any time, with the chilly month of January averaging as much as 16 inches / 41 cm of snow, or more. Either side of this period, even the milder months of October and May can see occasional snow flurries from time to time.

Seasonal Climate Variations / When to Go

Rainfall in Albany is far from excessive and spread throughout the year. Although June, July and August tend to be the wettest months, the weather at this time of the year is at its sunniest and the climate is reliably warm.

During the hottest days, temperatures have been known to comfortably top 25°C / 77°F and even start to approach 30°C / 86°F on occasion. This is particularly so in July and August, which are the two warmest months - and the most humid. Combined with the summer holiday season, this fine weather sees high visitor numbers in Albany, although the mild temperatures in May and September should not be overlooked, especially if you prefer a quieter stay.

Albany Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

	Maximum	Minimum
January	0°C / 32°F	-10°C / 14°F
February	2°C / 36°F	-8°C / 18°F
March	7°C / 45°F	-4°C / 25°F
April	15°C / 59°F	3°C / 37°F
May	21°C / 70°F	8°C / 46°F
June	26°C / 79°F	14°C / 57°F
July	28°C / 82°F	16°C / 61°F
August	27°C / 81°F	15°C / 59°F
September	22°C / 72°F	11°C / 52°F
October	16°C / 61°F	4°C / 39°F
November	9°C / 48°F	0°C / 32°F
December	2°C / 36°F	-6°C / 21°F