Skaneateles, NY has a continental climate with four distinct seasons that range from hot summers to cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures are generally mild and pleasant with highs in the mid-70s Fahrenheit. The winter months bring much colder temperatures with average lows below freezing, and some snowfall is common during this time of year. In the spring and fall, temperatures vary between mild and cool. Generally speaking, Skaneateles has a moderate climate that offers an enjoyable atmosphere throughout most of the year.
Skaneateles, New York gets 41 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Skaneateles averages 90 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 161 sunny days per year in Skaneateles. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Skaneateles gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 173 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 81 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 41 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 90 inches of snow a year