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Weather & Climate in Syracuse, NY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Syracuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 49.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Area | 25.6 sq mi (66.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,834/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0410°N, 76.1436°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Onondaga County County |
| Nearest Airport | Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) 5 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 91.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 38.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 89.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Jun 17, 1991 | 7 km NE of Worcester, New York | M4.0 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2023 | New York | M3.6 | 92 km | 9 km |
| Jun 29, 2024 | 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York | M3.3 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2001 | 6 km W of Bath, New York | M3.2 | 128 km | 0 km |
| Jul 31, 1997 | 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York | M3.2 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York | M2.7 | 150 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2007 | 4 km N of Kingston, Canada | M2.6 | 139 km | 4 km |
| Apr 14, 2023 | 1 km W of Adams Center, New York | M2.6 | 92 km | 6 km |
| Apr 11, 2007 | 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York | M2.6 | 74 km | 7 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | New York | M2.5 | 143 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
136 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 22 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 7, 2023 | EF3 | 69 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 41 km | 20.0 mi | 1 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 79 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 25 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1969 | EF3 | 46 km | 17.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF2 | 56 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 2014 | EF2 | 41 km | 2.5 mi | 4 |
| Aug 21, 2011 | EF2 | 52 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 62 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2009 | EF2 | 39 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 28, 1990 | EF2 | 85 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1990 | EF2 | 47 km | 17.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF2 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Sep 18, 1977 | EF2 | 43 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1976 | EF2 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 55 km | 6.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 31 km | 1.4 mi | 1 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 99 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 2024 | EF1 | 50 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | DRY MARSH | 1,018 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 in |
Syracuse has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.3").