Rensselaer, NY has a humid continental climate with warm to hot summers and cold winters. Rainfall is generally evenly distributed throughout the year. Average temperatures range from in the high 20s Fahrenheit (-2 to -3°C) in the winter to the mid 70s (23-24°C) in the summer. Snowfall is common during winter months and can be quite heavy at times. The area is known for its four distinct seasons, each featuring different activities and outdoor attractions that make it a great place to live or visit.
Rensselaer, New York gets 40 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Rensselaer averages 51 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 178 sunny days per year in Rensselaer. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Rensselaer gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 134 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 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 15
Rain: averages 40 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 51 inches of snow a year