New York vs Washington DC

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, New York edges ahead as the better destination in July. New York offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Washington DC sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

New York can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Washington DC runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, New York is the stronger choice in July.

New York reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Washington DC averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

New York receives approximately 104 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Washington DC sees 110 mm over 13 rain days. That makes New York the drier option by 1 rain day and 6 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.