The best time to visit New York City
Month-by-month climate averages for New York City, NY, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit New York City is usually April, May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
New York City is warmest in July (highs near 85°F) and coldest in February (lows around 25°F), with roughly 47 inches of precipitation across the year and July the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is April, 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 New York City forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
New York City weather by month
what to expect in New York City through the year, 1991-2020 averagesHere is New York City'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 New York City by season.