Best Time to Visit New York
United States · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit New York is June and September, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. July is the hottest month, with average highs of 26°C (79°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around -1°C (29°F). Rain is heaviest in December, at about 142 mm (5.6 in), and lightest in November, at 99 mm (3.9 in). January is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
New York weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C 39°F | -1°C 29°F | 114 mm | 10 | 82% | 3.8 | Poor 2.5 |
| February | 4°C 39°F | -1°C 29°F | 99 mm | 10 | 82% | 4.6 | Poor 3 |
| March | 7°C 44°F | 1°C 35°F | 120 mm | 10 | 80% | 5.3 | Poor 3.5 |
| April | 12°C 53°F | 6°C 43°F | 116 mm | 11 | 82% | 5.6 | Fair 5.2 |
| May | 17°C 62°F | 11°C 53°F | 101 mm | 12 | 84% | 6 | Good 7.1 |
| June | 22°C 72°F | 17°C 63°F | 103 mm | 13 | 83% | 6.9 | Good 7.9 |
| July | 26°C 79°F | 21°C 70°F | 129 mm | 15 | 80% | 7.4 | Fair 5.6 |
| August | 26°C 79°F | 21°C 70°F | 115 mm | 14 | 78% | 7 | Fair 6.4 |
| September | 23°C 73°F | 18°C 64°F | 102 mm | 10 | 77% | 6.6 | Excellent 8.6 |
| October | 18°C 64°F | 12°C 54°F | 128 mm | 10 | 79% | 5.4 | Good 7.1 |
| November | 12°C 53°F | 6°C 43°F | 99 mm | 8 | 79% | 4.8 | Fair 6.1 |
| December | 7°C 44°F | 2°C 36°F | 142 mm | 11 | 82% | 3.5 | Poor 2.7 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit New York?
The best time to visit New York is June and September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in New York?
July is the hottest month in New York, with an average high of 26°C (79°F).
What is the coldest month in New York?
January is the coldest month in New York, with an average low of -1°C (29°F).
What is the rainiest month in New York?
December is the wettest month, with about 142 mm (5.6 in) of rain. November is the driest, with 99 mm (3.9 in).
Nearby destinations
- Manhattan, New York8 km · best May and September to October
- Brooklyn, New York9 km · best June and September
- Queens, New York15 km · best June and September
- The Bronx, New York19 km · best May and September to October
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania130 km · best May and September to October
- Boston, Massachusetts306 km · best September
- Washington, D.C., District of Columbia328 km · best September and October
- Montreal534 km · best September
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