The best time to visit Washington Heights
Month-by-month climate averages for Washington Heights, NY, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit Washington Heights 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.
Washington Heights is warmest in July (highs near 84°F) and coldest in January (lows around 24°F), with roughly 48 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 Washington Heights forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
Washington Heights weather by month
what to expect in Washington Heights through the year, 1991-2020 averagesHere is Washington Heights'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 Washington Heights by season.