New York vs Philadelphia in January

New York and Philadelphia are nearly tied in January — 50 vs 53 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow; Philadelphia is cold, rainy, clean air.

New York vs PhiladelphiaJanuary climate, side by side

New YorkPhiladelphia
Comfort score50/100 (D)53/100 (D)
Feels-like high1°C2°C
Avg high / low5° / -1°6° / -1°
Rainfall88 mm82 mm
Rainy days99
Humidity68%66%
Air quality (AQI)5245

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

New York vs Philadelphia in January — FAQ

Is January better in New York or Philadelphia?
New York and Philadelphia are nearly tied in January — 50 vs 53 on SeasonMap's comfort score. New York is cold, rainy, reliable snow; Philadelphia is cold, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in New York vs Philadelphia in January?
In January, New York averages 5°C high / -1°C low with about 88 mm of rain; Philadelphia averages 6°C high / -1°C low with about 82 mm.