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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.

Short answer

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 year

Here 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.

Jan
44°
31°
Cool
Feb
45°
29°
Cool
Mar
51°
35°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
62°
44°
Mild
May
71°
53°
Mild
Jun
81°
62°
Warm
Jul
86°
69°
Hot
Aug
82°
66°
Warm
Sep
76°
60°
Warm
Oct
68°
50°
Mild
Nov
55°
39°
Cool
Dec
45°
32°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Manhattan?
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.
What is the warmest month in Manhattan?
July is the warmest month in Manhattan, averaging highs near 86°F.
What is the coldest month in Manhattan?
February is the coldest month in Manhattan, with lows around 29°F. Overnight frost is likely in January and February.
When is the rainy season in Manhattan?
The wettest month in Manhattan is usually March, out of roughly 56 inches of precipitation across the year.

Manhattan month by month