The summer months tend to be somewhat wetter, but precipitation is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year. It's just that in winter and transition seasons, there tends to be lighter rain over a longer duration (rainy days, really), whereas in the summer most precipitation comes from showers and storms, especially in the afternoon, which are more isolated in areal coverage. Tropical moisture makes its way up on occasion late in summer and early in fall, adding some rain at these times.
January is a winter month in New York because it falls in the northern hemisphere's winter season. During this time, the Earth's tilt causes colder temperatures in the region, leading to snowfall and freezing temperatures in New York.
67.3 inches per year average, according to Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) website.
In New York City, the most recent significant snowfall in April occurred on April 2, 2018, with a few inches of accumulation reported. However, light flurries or snow showers have been recorded in April in other years as well.
The largest snowfall on record in Syracuse (measured at the airport) was 192.1 inches set in the 1992-1993 winter season. The 2000-2001 season 191.9 inches. Check this link for more: http://www.goldensnowball.com/yearly-winners-golden-award.htm
February, technically, but it really varies depending on the year. January and February average almost the same amount, but there are years when December or even March have had the most snow. In other words, depends on the prevailing winter pattern.
Not only in New York, but Syracuse has the distinction of receiving the most snowfall of any city in the U.S. Syracuse is the multiple year winner of the prestigious "Golden Snowball Award," awarded annually to the Upstate New York city receiving the most snow.
In 1998 and 2002, there was a mild snowfall in New York on Christmas. For the most part, New York does not get snow on Christmas.
The answer is Syracuse, New York. Syracuse has an annual average of 124 inches of snowfall. That is more than any other major city in New York State.
Around 70"
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January is a winter month in New York because it falls in the northern hemisphere's winter season. During this time, the Earth's tilt causes colder temperatures in the region, leading to snowfall and freezing temperatures in New York.
The average rainfall per month in New York City, New York is 3.5 inches. The most rain usually occurs in May.
Syracuse, Buffalo, Rochestet
New York City gets snow in December, yes. In fact, we just had a major snowfall on December 26, 2010. However, on average, December is the least snowy winter month in New York City. February is the snowiest winter month, January is the 2nd snowiest, and December is the 3rd snowiest.
The first snowfall in December of 2014 varies depending on location. Winter Storm Damon was the first snowfall in the state of New York and it occurred on December 11, 2014.
In 1995 - 1996, New York City set the record for snowfall with 75.6 inches of snow. Average snowfall is usually around 22 inches per year.