Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High28.7°C
Low-4.6°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States New York, United States
New York has a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 3°C / 38°F in January to 29°C / 84°F in July.
Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 97 mm / 3.8 inches per month, with July being the wettest (109 mm / 4.3 inches) and November the driest (75 mm / 3 inches).
The UV index ranges from 3 in December to 8 in June, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 9.3 hours in December to 15 hours in June.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to New York.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
109 mm
July carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Moderate (5.9)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
9 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
12 km/h
March is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
67 %to74 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting New York, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How New York compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#16 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#6 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#7 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#10 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#16 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#14 / 20
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for New York, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in New York feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows near 8°C (46°F). Conditions usually feel mild in the daytime and cold once the sun goes down. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit New York for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in New York?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 8), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Does it snow in New York?
Yes. Snowfall is possible, and it peaks in February, when averages reach around 0.7 cm. Winters are when you're most likely to see snow on the ground.
Is New York a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 12 km/h (7 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 59 km/h (37 mph). Overall it is it can feel quite windy at times, particularly when weather systems move through.
How much daylight does New York get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.