Climate normals · 1970–2000
Washington Heights Climate
Washington Heights is a city in United States (NY) with a population of about 152,613. Its average annual temperature is 11.6°C (53°F), with roughly 1203 mm of rain per year.
11.6°C
Avg Temp
1203
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Washington Heights Climate
Washington Heights has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F) and receives about 1203 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.6°C
Avg Temp
1203
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 94 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 76 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 104 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 106 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 112 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 94 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 111 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 107 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 105 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 93 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 106 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 95 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Washington Heights
The most comfortable months to visit Washington Heights are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Washington Heights are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Washington Heights, United States has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C and about 1203 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Washington Heights average about 29°C (85°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.