Otsego County Climate
Otsego County, New York
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
44.2°F
Annual Precip
45.6"
Annual Snowfall
82.6"
Extreme Heat Days
2
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,939
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Otsego County
Climate Verdict
Otsego County has a cool, averaging 44.2°F annually, moderately wet with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 1.9000000000000001 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 82.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 19.9°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 66.8°F. The 47°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Otsego County is 3.3°F cooler than the New York statewide average of 47.5°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for New York.
Climate Profile
About Otsego County Weather
One of the State's Coldest Counties
Otsego County averages just 44.2°F annually, placing it nearly 10 degrees below the national median. Its higher elevation and inland location contribute to this chilly profile.
Well Below the New York Average
At 44.2°F, Otsego is 3.2 degrees colder than the state average of 47.4°F. It ranks among the coolest counties in the state outside of the Adirondack peaks.
Colder Than Its Regional Neighbors
Otsego is significantly cooler than nearby Putnam and Orange counties. While its 45.6 inches of precipitation is high, its 82.6 inches of snow is double that of Orange County.
Frigid Winters and Brief Summers
January is cold with an average of 19.9°F and very few days of relief. Summers are short and mild, with only 2 days per year reaching 90°F.
Heavy Insulation and Cold-Weather Gear
High-efficiency heating and thick insulation are critical for the 22.7°F average winter. Residents should prepare for 82.6 inches of snow and very rare summer heat.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.