Best Time to Visit Queens, New York
United States · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Queens 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 (80°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around -1°C (30°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.
Queens weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C 39°F | -1°C 30°F | 114 mm | 10 | 82% | 3.3 | Poor 2.5 |
| February | 4°C 40°F | -1°C 30°F | 99 mm | 10 | 82% | 4.2 | Poor 3.1 |
| March | 7°C 45°F | 2°C 35°F | 120 mm | 10 | 80% | 5.4 | Poor 3.6 |
| April | 12°C 54°F | 6°C 43°F | 116 mm | 11 | 82% | 6.1 | Fair 5.3 |
| May | 17°C 63°F | 12°C 53°F | 101 mm | 12 | 84% | 6.4 | Good 7.2 |
| June | 23°C 73°F | 17°C 63°F | 103 mm | 13 | 83% | 7.5 | Good 7.9 |
| July | 26°C 80°F | 22°C 71°F | 129 mm | 15 | 80% | 8 | Fair 5.6 |
| August | 26°C 79°F | 21°C 70°F | 115 mm | 14 | 78% | 7.8 | Fair 6.4 |
| September | 23°C 74°F | 18°C 65°F | 102 mm | 10 | 77% | 6.9 | Excellent 8.6 |
| October | 18°C 64°F | 13°C 55°F | 128 mm | 10 | 79% | 5.4 | Good 7.2 |
| November | 12°C 53°F | 7°C 44°F | 99 mm | 8 | 79% | 4.4 | Fair 6.2 |
| December | 7°C 45°F | 2°C 36°F | 142 mm | 11 | 82% | 3 | Poor 2.6 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Queens?
The best time to visit Queens is June and September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Queens?
July is the hottest month in Queens, with an average high of 26°C (80°F).
What is the coldest month in Queens?
January is the coldest month in Queens, with an average low of -1°C (30°F).
What is the rainiest month in Queens?
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
- Brooklyn, New York10 km · best June and September
- New York15 km · best June and September
- Manhattan, New York16 km · best May and September to October
- The Bronx, New York19 km · best May and September to October
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania139 km · best May and September to October
- Boston, Massachusetts297 km · best September
- Washington, D.C., District of Columbia338 km · best September and October
- Montreal537 km · best September
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