Weather in Yonkers, New York
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When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 9:39 AM
- Moonset
- 12:34 AM
- In sign
- ♉︎ Taurus
Roses open along the stoops
Yonkers at a glance
- Today vs. normal: NaN°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 22 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Yonkers its warmest temperatures at around 75°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at roughly 31°F. December sees peak rainfall with 4.7 inches, and February records the lowest at 3.3 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° | 3.9″ | 7 |
| February | 34° | 3.3″ | 5 |
| March | 41° | 4.4″ | 7 |
| April | 51° | 4.3″ | 8 |
| May | 61° | 4.3″ | 7 |
| June | 70° | 4.6″ | 7 |
| July | 75° | 4.5″ | 7 |
| August | 74° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| September | 67° | 4.6″ | 6 |
| October | 55° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| November | 45° | 3.9″ | 6 |
| December | 37° | 4.7″ | 7 |
Regional context
Yonkers falls within a warm-summer humid continental climate region. This classification connects it with nearby cities that experience similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions.
Similar climates: New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Queens, NY, Manhattan, NY, Bronx, NY.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the peak migration of warblers through Yonkers, with yellow warblers and American redstarts moving through local parks and wooded areas.
Serviceberry trees typically bloom in mid-April, their white flowers marking one of the earliest native flowering displays in the region.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Yonkers?
- Yonkers typically sees its last spring frost around mid-April, with the first fall frost returning around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Yonkers?
- December ranks as the wettest month with about 4.7 inches of rain on average, while the city receives roughly 51 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Yonkers?
- July typically brings the warmest weather, averaging about 75°F.
- What is the coldest month in Yonkers?
- January typically delivers the coldest temperatures, averaging about 31°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Yonkers?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be sown around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Yonkers get?
- Yonkers averages about 80 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Yonkers?
- Yonkers's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Yonkers, New York experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate zone. January temperatures hover near 31°F while July averages 75°F, creating a 44°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Yonkers receives about 51 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 80 rainy days.
Several factors determine the yearly weather patterns: latitude at 40.9°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements influence what grows here, when frost occurs, and daily weather conditions.