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 June. New York offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Washington DC sees 11 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Washington DC can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. New York is also comfortable at 26°C.

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

Washington DC reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during June. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

New York averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Washington DC receives approximately 91 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during June. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

New York sees 101 mm over 11 rain days. That makes New York the drier option by 1 rain day and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.