The best time to visit Manhattan
Month-by-month climate averages for Manhattan, NY, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit Manhattan is usually April, May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Manhattan is warmest in July (highs near 86°F) and coldest in February (lows around 29°F), with roughly 56 inches of precipitation across the year and March the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is April, May, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January and February.
These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Manhattan forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
Manhattan weather by month
what to expect in Manhattan through the yearHere is Manhattan's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Manhattan by season.