Washington DC vs New York

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

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

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, New York is the stronger choice in July. New York receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Washington DC reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

New York averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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.

Washington DC receives approximately 110 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

New York sees 104 mm over 12 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%.