Troy, New York, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Troy, New York, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Troy, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Troy, New York, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Troy, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Troy, New York, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Troy, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Troy, New York, United States of America by month

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January

January in Troy is freezing, snowy and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. It also snows occasionally.

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February

If you go to Troy in February, you will notice that it is frosty and snowy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

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March

March in Troy is cold, snowy and somewhat rainy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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April

If you go to Troy in April, you will notice that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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May

In May, Troy is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (low 20s C) and regularly jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Troy, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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June

June for Troy is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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July

If you visit Troy during July, you will probably find that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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August

August in Troy is hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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September

In September, Troy is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 70s F (low 20s C) and once in a while jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Troy, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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October

Traveling to Troy in October, you will notice that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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November

If you go to Troy in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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December

December in Troy is very cold, snowy and somewhat rainy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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Activities for Troy, New York, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Troy.

If you go to the Burden Iron Works Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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