The best times to visit York for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 13th

or

September 24th to December 23rd

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

 

 


Other York Travel Info

Weather in York

Temperature

Average temperatures in York vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd 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 York, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 98.4°F (36.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.9°F (18.3°C) at night.

York Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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York 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.

York Perceived Temperature (F)

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York Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average York 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 96.9 79.9 62.8
Feb 95 78.6 62.6
Mar 88.2 73 58.1
Apr 80.7 66.2 51.7
May 71 57.4 44.5
Jun 65.5 53 40.5
Jul 62.8 50.8 38.5
Aug 65.6 52.1 38.4
Sep 70.4 55.2 39.1
Oct 80.5 63.6 46.2
Nov 86.7 70 53.4
Dec 91.3 74.9 57.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 36.1 26.6 17.1
Feb 35 25.9 17
Mar 31.2 22.8 14.5
Apr 27.1 19 10.9
May 21.7 14.1 6.9
Jun 18.6 11.7 4.7
Jul 17.1 10.4 3.6
Aug 18.7 11.2 3.6
Sep 21.3 12.9 3.9
Oct 26.9 17.6 7.9
Nov 30.4 21.1 11.9
Dec 32.9 23.8 14.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in York are February, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid February. For example, on the week of February 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in York? 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 York.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in York (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 3% 0 0.4
Feb 2% 0 0.3
Mar 4% 0 0.6
Apr 5% 0 0.7
May 11% 0 1.1
Jun 12% 0 1.1
Jul 17% 0 2.1
Aug 12% 0 1.2
Sep 10% 0 1.1
Oct 6% 0 0.9
Nov 7% 0 0.8
Dec 4% 0 0.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1
Feb 2 0 0.8
Mar 4 0 1.5
Apr 5 0 1.8
May 11 0 2.8
Jun 12 0 2.8
Jul 17 0 5.3
Aug 12 0 3
Sep 10 0 2.8
Oct 6 0 2.3
Nov 7 0 2
Dec 4 0 1.3

 

Humidity and Wind

York has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (29.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (70%).

Wind in York is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 10.7 knots (12.3 MPH or 19.8 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 January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 16.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 10.7 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Feb 10.4 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Apr 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
May 6.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jun 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 6.8 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Oct 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Nov 9.5 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Dec 10.1 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 29.4%
Feb 32.2%
Mar 36.8%
Apr 44.7%
May 57.3%
Jun 65%
Jul 69.9%
Aug 70%
Sep 59.6%
Oct 43.4%
Nov 34.6%
Dec 30.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to York?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; 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 Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in York, WT, Australia is January, followed by December and September. 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 York in November. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 67.8 in November means 67.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall York Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.7°F (33.7°C) and 68.3°F (20.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in York, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 88°F (31.1°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in York to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 98.4°F (36.9°C) and 85.7°F (29.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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