Memphis vs New York in January

Memphis is the better pick in January — 60 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Memphis is cold, rainy, clean air, while New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow.

Memphis vs New YorkJanuary climate, side by side

MemphisNew York
Comfort score60/100 (C)50/100 (D)
Feels-like high7°C1°C
Avg high / low11° / 1°5° / -1°
Rainfall116 mm88 mm
Rainy days89
Humidity72%68%
Air quality (AQI)3252

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Memphis vs New York in January — FAQ

Is January better in Memphis or New York?
Memphis is the better pick in January — 60 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Memphis is cold, rainy, clean air, while New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow.
What is the weather like in Memphis vs New York in January?
In January, Memphis averages 11°C high / 1°C low with about 116 mm of rain; New York averages 5°C high / -1°C low with about 88 mm.