Nelson, NY is a small town located in upstate New York with a mild climate. Summers in Nelson are warm but not too hot, and winters are chilly but rarely extreme. During the spring and fall months temperatures tend to be comfortable and sunny with occasional rain showers. The area receives an average of 40 inches of rain per year, which is less than the national average for this region. Snowfall amounts can vary from year to year, but typically range between 20 and 30 inches annually. On average, Nelson enjoys over 200 days of sunshine each year, making it a great place to enjoy the outdoors all year round.
Nelson, New York gets 44 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Nelson averages 103 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 160 sunny days per year in Nelson. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Nelson gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 177 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 77 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 11
Rain: averages 44 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 103 inches of snow a year