Climate of New York
Temperatures
Summers in New York State vary by a lot. The summer climate is cooler in the Adirondacks due to higher elevation. The Adirondacks typically experiences pleasant dry weather in the summer, with temperatures in the range of 66°F-73°F (18-22°C). Evenings in the Adirondacks are chilly, with temperatures ranging on average between 45°F-54°F (7-12°C). Most of central New York, mid Hudson Valley and the Catskills have moderate temperatures but and are usually humid, with temperatures ranging 80°F-85°F (26-29°C). Nights in central New York state are often muggy, between 61°F-67°F (16-19°C). The New York City area and lower portions of the Hudson Valley in contrast feature more sultry and tropical summers with frequent bouts of high temperatures and high dew points. Temperatures in this area are usually between 86°F-91°F but a slight cooler by the ocean and south facing shorelines of Long Island and the temperatures there are between 85-90°F. Nights are warm and muggy, between 68-75°F (20-23°C). The record high for New York state is 108 °F (42 °C), set at Troy on July 22, 1926.
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