New York, NY Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of New York
Located in New York, United States, New York experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 85°F (30°C) in July and dip to about 40°F (4°C) in January, with around 51.1 inches (1299 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 85°F (30°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 40°F (4°C)
- Record high: 100°F (38°C) · Record low: -5°F (-20°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (13 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.6 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 10 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 85°F (30°C) and overnight lows stay near 69°F (21°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 100°F (38°C) and dropped as low as -5°F (-20°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.5 inches (140 mm) of rain over 13 days, while November is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.6 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 10 days in a typical year, mostly from December through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 26° | 10 | 3.9 in | 6.1 h/day | 68% |
| February | 43° | 26° | 10 | 3.6 in | 6.9 h/day | 69% |
| March | 49° | 33° | 10 | 4.5 in | 8.2 h/day | 66% |
| April | 60° | 42° | 12 | 4.2 in | 8.8 h/day | 67% |
| May | 70° | 53° | 12 | 3.7 in | 9.9 h/day | 71% |
| June | 79° | 62° | 11 | 3.9 in | 11.1 h/day | 71% |
| July | 85° | 69° | 13 | 5.5 in | 11.6 h/day | 73% |
| August | 83° | 68° | 12 | 4.5 in | 10.9 h/day | 74% |
| September | 77° | 62° | 10 | 4.7 in | 9.1 h/day | 75% |
| October | 66° | 51° | 9 | 4.9 in | 7.8 h/day | 74% |
| November | 54° | 39° | 9 | 3.0 in | 7.1 h/day | 70% |
| December | 45° | 32° | 11 | 4.5 in | 5.6 h/day | 73% |
New York month by month
New York weather in January
January brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 26°F (-3°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in New York.
New York weather in February
February brings highs around 43°F (6°C), lows near 26°F (-3°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
New York weather in March
March brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 33°F (0°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
New York weather in April
April brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 42°F (6°C), about 12 wet days.
New York weather in May
May brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 12 wet days.
New York weather in June
June brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 11 wet days.
New York weather in July
July brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 13 wet days - typically the hottest month and the wettest month and the sunniest month of the year in New York.
New York weather in August
August brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 12 wet days.
New York weather in September
September brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 10 wet days.
New York weather in October
October brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 51°F (11°C), about 9 wet days.
New York weather in November
November brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 9 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in New York.
New York weather in December
December brings highs around 45°F (7°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Seasons in New York
Spring (March through May)
Spring in New York is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 60°F (15°C) and nights around 43°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in New York brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
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)
Winter in New York runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 42°F (6°C) and nights around 28°F (-2°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 8 snowy days.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit New York
The best time to visit New York is generally May to June and September to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 73°F (23°C).
Pack for New York with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 69°F (21°C).
New York temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.