Travel Planning
🇺🇸 United States
Best Time to Visit New York City
Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for New York City, United States.
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Best Months to Visit
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12-Month Comfort Guide
Best Shoulder Avoid
January Avoid
-0.2°C · 89mm
Score 56
February Avoid
0.6°C · 105mm
Score 56
March Shoulder
4.2°C · 99mm
Score 64
April Shoulder
10.3°C · 110mm
Score 74
May Shoulder
16.0°C · 90mm
Score 88
June Best
21.1°C · 97mm
Score 98
July Shoulder
24.6°C · 134mm
Score 85
August Best
23.8°C · 98mm
Score 96
September Best
20.4°C · 121mm
Score 91
October Shoulder
14.4°C · 133mm
Score 75
November Shoulder
7.5°C · 79mm
Score 71
December Avoid
3.6°C · 114mm
Score 59
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Seasonal Overview
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Monthly Detail Pages
Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What is the best month to visit New York City? +
By comfort score, June is the best month to visit New York City (score: 98). Expect average temperatures of 21.1°C and 97mm of precipitation.
02 When does it rain most in New York City? +
January sees the heaviest rainfall in New York City (89mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.
03 What is New York City like in summer? +
Summer in New York City averages 23.2°C with 110mm of rain per month. Conditions are warm and pleasant.
04 What is New York City like in winter? +
Winter averages 1.3°C with 103mm per month. Bring heavy winter clothing.
05 What should I pack for New York City? +
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.
06 What is the peak tourist season in New York City? +
Peak season falls in June, August, September. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in May, July, October.
- Sources
- Open-Meteo
- Updated
- 2026-01-01