The best times to visit Syracuse for ideal weather are

April 16th to July 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Syracuse Travel Info

Weather in Syracuse

Temperature

Average temperatures in Syracuse vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 37th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Syracuse, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 97.9°F (36.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.7°F (17.6°C) at night.

Syracuse Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Syracuse Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Syracuse Perceived Temperature (F)

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Syracuse Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Syracuse Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 44.7 26.9 13.1
Feb 48.6 31.3 17.2
Mar 64.6 44.3 27.4
Apr 71.3 52.2 36
May 81.1 62.5 45.3
Jun 93.8 74.8 57.5
Jul 96.3 79.1 63
Aug 94.2 76.8 61
Sep 87.9 68.5 51.8
Oct 73.2 53.2 37.2
Nov 59.6 39.8 23.9
Dec 45.8 28.5 14.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.1 -2.8 -10.5
Feb 9.2 -0.4 -8.2
Mar 18.1 6.8 -2.6
Apr 21.8 11.2 2.2
May 27.3 16.9 7.4
Jun 34.3 23.8 14.2
Jul 35.7 26.2 17.2
Aug 34.6 24.9 16.1
Sep 31.1 20.3 11
Oct 22.9 11.8 2.9
Nov 15.3 4.3 -4.5
Dec 7.7 -1.9 -9.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Syracuse are January, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Syracuse? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Syracuse.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Syracuse (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.1
Feb 3% 0 0.2
Mar 3% 0 0.4
Apr 7% 0 0.8
May 10% 0 1.5
Jun 11% 0 1.6
Jul 16% 0 2.5
Aug 14% 0 2.3
Sep 9% 0 1
Oct 6% 0 0.6
Nov 3% 0 0.3
Dec 2% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 3 0 0.5
Mar 3 0 1
Apr 7 0 2
May 10 0 3.8
Jun 11 0 4.1
Jul 16 0 6.4
Aug 14 0 5.8
Sep 9 0 2.5
Oct 6 0 1.5
Nov 3 0 0.8
Dec 2 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Syracuse has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (35.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (52.3%).

Wind in Syracuse is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 10.4 knots (12 MPH or 19.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 22.8 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Syracuse.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.8 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Feb 7.7 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Mar 8.4 Gentle breeze 17.3 Significant breeze
Apr 10.4 Gentle breeze 21.1 Strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 20.7 Significant breeze
Jun 9.3 Gentle breeze 20.7 Strong breeze
Jul 8.5 Gentle breeze 19.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Sep 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Oct 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Nov 6.9 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze
Dec 7 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 52.3%
Feb 48.9%
Mar 36.1%
Apr 36.5%
May 36.4%
Jun 35.2%
Jul 38.1%
Aug 41.4%
Sep 39.1%
Oct 42.1%
Nov 41.6%
Dec 51.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Syracuse?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Syracuse, KS, US is June, followed by July and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Syracuse in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in January means 36.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Syracuse Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 89.4°F (31.9°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Syracuse, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91°F (32.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Syracuse to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 54°F (12.2°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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