Our verdict
The best time to visit Ithaca is October
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 28℃ (82℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around -9℃ (16℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about -12℃ (10℉).
The days are longest in Ithaca in July, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Ithaca in June. Head over there in November instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
If you want to learn everything you need to know about the best times to travel to Ithaca, the weather and stats by month and so much more, make sure you keep reading. Once you’re ready, we’ve included a bunch of our favourite online booking tools to help you find the best deals on flights, accommodation and anything else you’ll need for your trip. Happy reading!
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Ithaca seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Ithaca as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Ithaca is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Ithaca
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Ithaca for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Ithaca climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Ithaca for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Ithaca in January
- Average temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average low temperature: -9℃ (16℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 51mm (2") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ithaca in February
- Average temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average high temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average low temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 55mm (2") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ithaca in March
- Average temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ithaca in April
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 75mm (3") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ithaca in May
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 84mm (3") over 19 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ithaca in June
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 85mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Ithaca in July
- Average temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 80mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Ithaca in August
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 68mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Ithaca in September
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 64mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in September, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
Ithaca in October
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 75mm (3") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Ithaca in November
- Average temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Ithaca in December
- Average temperature: -1℃ (29℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Ithaca in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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