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Sheepshead Bay, NY Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Sheepshead Bay, NY?
Sheepshead Bay, NY gets 43.3 in of precipitation a year over about 121 rainy days, and about 25.9 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 84°F) and January the coldest (average low 27°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Sheepshead Bay, NY has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 40°F in January to 84°F in July. August is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 29° | 42° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 44° | 59° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 67° | 82° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 51° | 65° |
How much rain does Sheepshead Bay get?
Sheepshead Bay gets 43.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 121 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 79% of the US.
August is the wettest month, with 4.1 in. February is the driest, with 2.8 in. May has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to October 28, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Sheepshead Bay got 47.5 in of rain, against a normal of 43.3 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 8.9 in.
See where Sheepshead Bay ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in New York.
Does it snow in Sheepshead Bay?
Yes. Sheepshead Bay gets about 25.9 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1995–96, with 69.1 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on February 25, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 45.4 in of snow, against a normal of 25.9 in for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 23.6 in.
See where Sheepshead Bay ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Sheepshead Bay weather by month
Sheepshead Bay weather in January
In January, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 40°F and a low of 27°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 71°F (2007) and the record low is -2°F (1985).
Sheepshead Bay weather in February
In February, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 42°F and a low of 28°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 71°F (1997) and the record low is 1°F (2016).
Sheepshead Bay weather in March
In March, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 49°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 85°F (1990) and the record low is 8°F (1980).
Sheepshead Bay weather in April
In April, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 59°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 90°F (1977) and the record low is 20°F (1982).
Sheepshead Bay weather in May
In May, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 69°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 95°F (1996) and the record low is 34°F (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sheepshead Bay weather in June
In June, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 78°F and a low of 63°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 102°F (2025) and the record low is 48°F (1986). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sheepshead Bay weather in July
In July, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 84°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 103°F (2011) and the record low is 55°F (1979).
Sheepshead Bay weather in August
In August, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 82°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 100°F (1983) and the record low is 50°F (1977).
Sheepshead Bay weather in September
In September, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 76°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 98°F (1983) and the record low is 41°F (1979). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sheepshead Bay weather in October
In October, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 65°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 95°F (2019) and the record low is 30°F (1976). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sheepshead Bay weather in November
In November, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 54°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 82°F (2024) and the record low is 15°F (2018).
Sheepshead Bay weather in December
In December, Sheepshead Bay averages a high of 45°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 75°F (1998) and the record low is 2°F (1983).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sheepshead Bay
November is the sunniest month in Sheepshead Bay, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 39%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Sheepshead Bay is cloudier than 64% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 75% and is lowest in March at 64%.
Wind averages 11 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 13 mph.
Sheepshead Bay has about 11 days a year above 90°F. Sheepshead Bay is cooler than 77% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 24 days a year.
See where Sheepshead Bay ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Sheepshead Bay
The first fall freeze in Sheepshead Bay typically comes around November 16, and the last spring freeze around March 31. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 230 days.
Sheepshead Bay weather records
These records cover JFK INTL AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Sheepshead Bay station is 103°F, on July 22, 2011. The coldest is -2°F, on January 21, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 8.1 in of precipitation, on September 29, 2023.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Sheepshead Bay
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 42°F and lows near 29°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 44°F.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 67°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 51°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 40° | 3.2 in | 11 | 13 mph | 69% | 39% | 71° | -2° |
| February | 28° | 42° | 2.8 in | 10 | 13 mph | 67% | 41% | 71° | 1° |
| March | 34° | 49° | 3.9 in | 11 | 13 mph | 64% | 43% | 85° | 8° |
| April | 44° | 59° | 3.5 in | 11 | 12 mph | 64% | 41% | 90° | 20° |
| May | 53° | 69° | 3.7 in | 12 | 10 mph | 68% | 40% | 95° | 34° |
| June | 63° | 78° | 3.9 in | 11 | 10 mph | 71% | 43% | 102° | 48° |
| July | 69° | 84° | 3.9 in | 9 | 10 mph | 75% | 44% | 103° | 55° |
| August | 68° | 82° | 4.1 in | 9 | 9 mph | 74% | 43% | 100° | 50° |
| September | 61° | 76° | 3.6 in | 8 | 10 mph | 73% | 47% | 98° | 41° |
| October | 51° | 65° | 3.7 in | 9 | 11 mph | 73% | 52% | 95° | 30° |
| November | 40° | 54° | 3.1 in | 9 | 12 mph | 66% | 58% | 82° | 15° |
| December | 33° | 45° | 4.0 in | 11 | 12 mph | 70% | 42% | 75° | 2° |
Station: JFK INTL AP, 16 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Sheepshead Bay climate questions
How much rain does Sheepshead Bay get?
Sheepshead Bay gets 43.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 121 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Sheepshead Bay?
August is the wettest month in Sheepshead Bay, with 4.1 in. February is the driest, with 2.8 in.
How many rainy days does Sheepshead Bay have a year?
Sheepshead Bay has about 121 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 12.
Does it snow in Sheepshead Bay?
Yes. Sheepshead Bay gets about 25.9 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1995–96, with 69.1 in.
What is the hottest month in Sheepshead Bay?
July is the warmest month in Sheepshead Bay, with an average high of 84°F.
What is the coldest month in Sheepshead Bay?
January is the coldest month in Sheepshead Bay, with an average low of 27°F.
What is the record high temperature in Sheepshead Bay?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Sheepshead Bay station is 103°F, set on July 22, 2011. The record low is -2°F, on January 21, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Sheepshead Bay?
November is the sunniest month in Sheepshead Bay, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Sheepshead Bay?
The first fall freeze in Sheepshead Bay typically comes around November 16. The last spring freeze is around March 31.
What is the best time to visit Sheepshead Bay?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.