New York weather
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New York, in United States, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 30.1°C, while February nights are the coldest at around -2.4°C. The city sees roughly 1369mm of rain a year; October is normally the wettest month and November the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.5° | -2.2° | 101mm | 11 |
| Feb | 6.5° | -2.4° | 88mm | 10 |
| Mar | 11.3° | 1.6° | 129mm | 11 |
| Apr | 15.6° | 5.9° | 126mm | 12 |
| May | 21.1° | 11.1° | 86mm | 11 |
| Jun | 26.9° | 17° | 83mm | 9 |
| Jul | 30.1° | 21° | 144mm | 14 |
| Aug | 28.6° | 20° | 134mm | 13 |
| Sep | 24.6° | 16° | 136mm | 10 |
| Oct | 19.3° | 10.6° | 147mm | 8 |
| Nov | 13° | 4.4° | 75mm | 8 |
| Dec | 7.3° | -0.2° | 120mm | 11 |
Seasons in New York
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in New York climb from 11.3°C in March to 21.1°C by May, while nights ease from 1.6°C to 11.1°C. The season brings around 341mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 28.5°C, peaking in July at 30.1°C. June is usually the driest of the summer months (83mm over ~9 rainy days). Around the June solstice, New York gets roughly 14.9 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 24.6°C in September to 13°C by November, and rainfall builds to its annual peak — October is the wettest month of the year (147mm).
Winter (December–February). Nights average -1.6°C, with February the coldest month (average low -2.4°C, daytime high 6.5°C). Expect about 32 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 9.1 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How New York compares
| New York | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 1369mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 128 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 28.5°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | -1.6°C | 3.4°C |
New York is about 30% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
New York weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in New York?
July is typically the warmest month in New York, with average daytime highs of 30.1°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 28.5°C.
What is the wettest month in New York?
October is usually the wettest month, with around 147mm of rain over roughly 8 rainy days. November is typically the driest (75mm).
How much does it rain in New York per year?
New York receives roughly 1369mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 128 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in New York?
Winter nights (December–February) in New York average around -1.6°C, with February typically the coldest month (average low -2.4°C).
When is the best time to visit New York for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in New York. June is typically the driest of the warm months (83mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 30.1°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 15 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does New York's weather compare with the UK?
New York receives 1369mm of rain a year, about 30% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 28.5°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average -1.6°C versus 3.4°C.