Which is the hottest month in Rochester?

The hottest time of year in Rochester is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Rochester?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Rochester with 104mm on average. There are normally 9 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Rochester?

The sunniest time of year in Rochester is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 62% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Rochester?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rochester in August when the water temperature reaches 22°C.

Best time to visit Rochester

Q: When is the best time to visit Rochester?

The best times to visit Rochester, New York are in May, June, July and August Daily hours of sunshine = 8 hours or more.

The best times to visit Rochester, New York are in May, June, July and August based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit Rochester?

The best times to visit Rochester, New York are in May, June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for New York (Rochester) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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