Durham, NY
Unincorporated community in Albany County, New York
Durham is a small unincorporated community in Albany County, New York. It is 3.7 miles NW of Preston-Potter Hollow, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 12460.
Durham at a glance
- State
- New York
- County
- Albany County
- ZIP code
- 12460
- Nearest town
- Preston-Potter Hollow (3.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 42.3994, -74.1728
Weather in Durham now
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Durham weather by the hour
Durham weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Durham.
This week in Durham
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Durham
What is the weather usually like in Durham?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 84°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 16°F average low
- 46.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,177 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Durham: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CAIRO 3 NW, NY US (USC00301095), adjusted for the elevation of Durham.
Durham weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Durham through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 4:50 PM | 9 h 29 min |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:30 PM | 10 h 39 min |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:04 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:39 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:12 PM | 14 h 39 min |
| June | 5:17 AM | 8:37 PM | 15 h 19 min |
| July | 5:31 AM | 8:33 PM | 15 h 1 min |
| August | 6:02 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 56 min |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:08 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:16 PM | 11 h 7 min |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:36 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:26 PM | 9 h 8 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Durham?
Durham has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 16°F (-9°C).
It gets about 46.3 inches (1,177 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Durham is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Durham
The closest live webcam is Pine Hill › South: Belleayre Discovery Lodge, 24.5 miles SW of Durham.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Durham.
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Map of Durham, NY
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Other communities near Durham
- Potter Hollow3.1 mi NW
- West Durham3.3 mi W
- Medusa3.4 mi NE
- Preston Hollow3.6 mi NW
- Durso Corner4.9 mi SE
- Lambs Corner5.8 mi NE
- Smith Corner5.8 mi NE
- Bates6.1 mi NW
- South Durham6.3 mi SE
- Sunside6.3 mi SE
- West Greenville6.9 mi E
- Livingstonville7.8 mi NW
- South Westerlo8.1 mi NE
- Rensselaerville8.3 mi N
- Rensselaerville8.3 mi N
Questions about Durham
Where is Durham, NY?
Durham is an unincorporated community in Albany County, New York, 3.7 miles NW of Preston-Potter Hollow.
What county is Durham in?
Durham is in Albany County, New York.
What is the ZIP code of Durham, NY?
The ZIP code for Durham is 12460.
What is the nearest town to Durham?
Preston-Potter Hollow, 3.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Durham?
Yes. The closest is Pine Hill › South: Belleayre Discovery Lodge, 24.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Durham?
July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C).
What is the coldest month in Durham?
January, with an average low of 16°F (-9°C).
How much does it rain in Durham?
About 46.3 inches (1,177 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in Durham?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Durham?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Durham have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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