Utica, United States experiences average highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Average highs have cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Utica, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Utica, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Oct 
Wetter season: Apr–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.8/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 14°C / 5°C
Feels Like 13°C / 3°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 113 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 6°C
Snow Days 11 days
Frost Days 19 days
Hottest Month
27°C
July
Avg Low18°C
Rain14days
Coldest Month
-8°C
January
Avg High0°C
Rain14days
Driest Month
10days
September
Avg High23°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
February (Gusts 45)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:22
Daylight 15.4h
Sunset 20:43
Live conditions—
Utica on the map · live conditions
Utica, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Utica
- Population
- 61.1K
- Elevation
- 139 m
- Coordinates
- 43.10°, -75.23°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 3°C
Rain 14 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 14 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 2°C
Avg Low -6°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 0°C / -8°C . Feb: 3°C / -7°C . Mar: 7°C / -3°C . Apr: 13°C / 3°C . May: 20°C / 10°C . Jun: 24°C / 15°C . Jul: 27°C / 18°C . Aug: 26°C / 17°C . Sep: 23°C / 14°C . Oct: 16°C / 8°C . Nov: 8°C / 1°C . Dec: 3°C / -4°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 98 mm. Feb: 95 mm. Mar: 100 mm. Apr: 128 mm. May: 116 mm. Jun: 121 mm. Jul: 138 mm. Aug: 125 mm. Sep: 91 mm. Oct: 125 mm. Nov: 105 mm. Dec: 112 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 77%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 71%. May: 75%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 78%. Aug: 79%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 77%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 5h. Dec: 4h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 18 days. Feb: 15 days. Mar: 11 days. Apr: 6 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 1 days. Nov: 9 days. Dec: 16 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 19 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 28°C | Jul · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -10°C | Jan · -8°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 190 mm | Jul · 138 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 21 km/h | Feb · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May best
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / -8°C | -4°C / -13°C | 14days (98 mm) Wet | 4.8h Fair | 77% Humid | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 3°C / -7°C | -2°C / -12°C | 14days (95 mm) Wet | 5.7h Fair | 75% Muggy | 3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 7°C / -3°C | 3°C / -7°C | 13days (100 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 13°C / 3°C | 11°C / 0°C | 15days (128 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May best | 20°C / 10°C | 19°C / 8°C | 14days (116 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 75% Muggy | 5.4 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 14days (121 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 76% Humid | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 18°C | 30°C / 20°C | 14days (138 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 78% Humid | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 14days (125 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 79% Humid | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 14°C | 23°C / 13°C | 10days (91 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 78% Humid | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 16°C / 8°C | 15°C / 6°C | 13days (125 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 78% Humid | 3.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 8°C / 1°C | 5°C / -3°C | 15days (105 mm) Wet | 5.4h Fair | 77% Humid | 2.3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 3°C / -4°C | -1°C / -9°C | 16days (112 mm) Wet | 4.4h Fair | 78% Humid | 1.6 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Utica are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Utica, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Utica is July, with average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Utica is January, with average overnight lows of -8°C (18°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Utica is July, averaging 138mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Utica runs through December, April, November, January, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Utica.
Utica receives approximately 94 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Utica.
The least favorable months to visit Utica are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Utica is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Utica is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Utica receives snow. Months with snowfall average 11 snow days and 23 cm (9 in) of accumulation, with about 19 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Utica are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 45 km/h / 28 mph).
Utica averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 67%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Utica is 6°C (43°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Utica has a Hot-Summer Continental climate, classified as Dfa under the Köppen system. Continental climates experience extreme temperature ranges — hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
The 'feels like' temperature in Utica ranges from 3°C (37°F) to 13°C (55°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Utica. It earns a climate score of 8.4/10 with Excellent.
For June in Utica, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 24°C (76°F) and 14 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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