Richfield, NY has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm summers. The area experiences four distinct seasons with average temperatures ranging from below freezing in winter to the mid-80s Fahrenheit in summer. The region receives an average of 43 inches of precipitation each year spread evenly throughout the months, resulting in mild humidity levels. Richfield is also known for its strong winds, which can be especially strong during the winter months when gusts can reach up to 40 mph.
Richfield, New York gets 45 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Richfield averages 90 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 163 sunny days per year in Richfield. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Richfield gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 151 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 45 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 90 inches of snow a year