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 May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Manhattan is warmest in July (highs near 84°F) and coldest in February (lows around 24°F), with roughly 49 inches of precipitation across the year and July the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January, February and December.
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 year, 1991-2020 averagesHere 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.