Current Weather and Forecast in New York, NY
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About the weather in New York
New York has a humid subtropical climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 85°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 26°. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 128 days.
New York climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
What is the best month to go to New York?
Aim for May to June and September to October if you get the choice: warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up, and highs average 73°F (23°C) against roughly 10 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in May.
What is the coldest month in New York?
January, with highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows near 26°F (-3°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -5°F (-20°C).
How warm is New York on average?
54°F (12°C) across all twelve months - about 62°F (17°C) by day and 47°F (8°C) after dark.
When does New York drop below freezing?
Average overnight lows sit at or below 0°C in 3 months of the year, December through February.
What should I pack for New York?
It depends on the month: July runs to 85°F (30°C) while January holds at 40°F (4°C). The full month-by-month breakdown is in the packing notes above.
Does it snow in New York?
Yes - about 10 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated December through March.
Which month is wettest in New York?
July, at 5.5 inches (140 mm) over about 13 days. November is the driest month, at 3.0 inches (76 mm).
What is the hottest month in New York?
July, averaging 85°F (30°C) by day and 69°F (21°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 100°F (38°C).