Orange County Climate
Orange County, New York
Avg Annual Temp
50.0°F
Annual Precip
45.9"
Annual Snowfall
40.8"
Extreme Heat Days
13.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Orange County Weather
Approaching National Median Temperatures
Orange County’s 50.0°F average annual temperature is one of the closest in the state to the national median. This results in a climate that feels less extreme than the Adirondacks or North Country.
Warmer Than Most New York Counties
The county sits 2.6 degrees above the state average of 47.4°F. It occupies a warmer tier of New York geography, benefiting from its southern position in the Hudson Valley.
Warmer and Rainier Than Inland Neighbors
Orange County is significantly warmer than Otsego, which averages only 44.2°F. It also receives 45.9 inches of precipitation, making it wetter than the Finger Lakes region.
Hotter Summers and Lighter Snow
Residents face 13 days of extreme heat per year, the highest among these upstate and mid-state counties. Winter brings a modest 40.8 inches of snow and a relatively mild 26.2°F January average.
Focus on Cooling and Rain Gear
Effective air conditioning is a priority here given the 72.9°F July average and frequent 90°F days. Waterproof boots and gear are also essential for the 45.9 inches of annual rainfall.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.