The climate in Machias, NY is characterized by four distinct seasons. In the winter months, temperatures generally stay between 15 and 30 degrees Fahrenheit, creating a cold and snowy season. During the spring and autumn months, temperatures range from 35 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit with average rainfall levels throughout both seasons. Summers are warm in Machias, with temperatures frequently rising above 80 degrees Fahrenheit on sunny days. Precipitation is moderate during the summer months; however, humidity can be high at times due to the proximity of Lake Erie.
Machias, New York gets 42 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Machias averages 92 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 157 sunny days per year in Machias. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Machias gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 169 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 78 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 13
Rain: averages 42 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 92 inches of snow a year