Albany is located on a steep hill at the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson rivers in the east-central region of New York State. At the riverfront, the city is only a few feet above sea level. The terrain rises gradually, reaching a height of 1,800 feet 11 miles to the west and 2,000 feet 12 miles to the east.
Winters in Albany are usually cold and sometimes severe. In the warmer months temperatures rise rapidly during the daytime then fall rapidly after sunset, making the evenings relatively cool. The area enjoys one of the highest percentages of sunshine in the state.
Area: 21.84 square miles (2000)
Elevation: 29 feet above sea level
Average Temperatures: January, 22.2° F; July, 71.1° F; average annual temperature, 47.5° F
Average Annual Precipitation: 38.6 inches of rain; 64.1 inches of snow