Tomorrow in New York looks
overcast, with a high of 81°
and an overnight low of 69°.
There is a 75% chance of rain - plan accordingly.
Winds top out near 17 mph,
and the UV index reaches 7 (high).
New York runs one of the wider annual swings in our dataset: 24°C separates the average July from the average January. Afternoons reach 85°F (30°C) at the peak of summer and 40°F (4°C) at the depth of winter, with 128 days of measurable precipitation through the year.
New York weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 85°F (30°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 40°F (4°C)
Decade extremes (2015-2024): 100°F (38°C) high · -5°F (-20°C) low
Wettest month: July (13 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.6 h sun/day)
Climate type:humid subtropical
Annual swing: 24°C between the average warmest and coolest month · day to night: 9°C
Snow: about 10 days a year
Months with freezing average lows: 3
Average humidity: 71%
Temperatures through the year
July is the brightest month at 11.6 hours of sun a day, against an annual average of 8.6. Warmth peaks in July: highs of 85°F (30°C), lows of 69°F (21°C). January is the coolest month, with highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows near 26°F (-3°C). The gridded 2015-2024 daily record for this location tops out at 100°F (38°C) and bottoms at -5°F (-20°C) - decade extremes, not all-time station records. Between the average July and the average January lie 24°C, a wider spread than roughly 80% of the cities we track.
Rain, sun and snow
Overnight lows average at or below freezing for 3 months, December through February.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Through spring, New York is mild: 60°F (15°C) by day, 43°F (6°C) after dark, and rain falls on around 34 of the 90 days, plus about 3 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Through summer, New York sits firmly in the heat: 82°F (28°C) by day, 67°F (19°C) after dark, and rain falls on around 36 of the 90 days. Daylight is generous - around 11.2 hours of sun a day.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in New York stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 51°F (10°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Through winter, New York runs cold: 42°F (6°C) by day, 28°F (-2°C) after dark, and rain falls on around 30 of the 90 days, plus about 8 snowy days.
Average temperatures in New York by month
Monthly averages for New York based on 2015–2024 weather data.
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).