Buffalo has more summer sunshine than any other major city in the Northeast. Buffalo has less summer rain than any other major Northeast city. Buffalo's summer rain falls mainly at night and interferes little with our many outdoor festivals and activities. The Lake Erie water temperature is in the mid-70 range every summer. . . The moderating effect of the Great Lakes gives the region a growing season of over 180 days. . .
Buffalo gets plenty of snow. . .
Storms of 6 inches or more occur on the average of just twice each winter. Buffalo's Airport is closed less often than most Northeast airports. Buffalo's winter temperatures are milder than Chicago, Minneapolis and Toronto. No guarantee in Buffalo.