Tompkins, NY County has a humid continental climate with cold winters and warm to hot summers. It typically sees an average of 32 inches of precipitation throughout the year, with snowfall ranging from 30-50 inches each winter season. Average summer temperatures tend to range from 75-85掳F, while winter months generally have average lows of 20-30掳F. In addition to the cold winters, Tompkins County also experiences a few heavy lake effect snowstorms during this time of the year. Despite these cooler temperatures, Tompkins still enjoys the beauty of its four distinct seasons with abundant sunshine and plenty of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike.
Tompkins County, New York gets 39 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Tompkins County averages 69 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 155 sunny days per year in Tompkins County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Tompkins County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 157 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 80 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 14
Rain: averages 39 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 69 inches of snow a year