New York City, NY Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in New York City, NY?
New York City, NY gets 49.5 in of precipitation a year over about 125 rainy days, and about 29.8 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 85°F) and January the coldest (average low 28°F).
Station: NY CITY CNTRL PARK, 8 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Humid subtropical climate
New York City, NY has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 40°F in January to 85°F in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Season
Months
Avg low
Avg high
Winter
Dec–Feb
30°
42°
Spring
Mar–May
45°
61°
Summer
Jun–Aug
67°
83°
Autumn
Sep–Nov
51°
65°
How much rain does New York City get?
New York City gets 49.5 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 125 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 82% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 4.6 in. February is the driest, with 3.2 in. May has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to October 28, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 New York City got 43.3 in of rain, against a normal of 49.5 in for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 7.7 in.
Monthly rainfall, September 2025 to August 2026, in inches. The dash on each month marks its 1991–2020 normal.
Yes. New York City gets about 29.8 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1995–96, with 75.6 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on February 25, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 43.4 in of snow, against a normal of 29.8 in for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 22.3 in.
Monthly snowfall at NY CITY CNTRL PARK, September 2025 to August 2026, in inches. The dash on each month marks its 1991–2020 normal.
In January, New York City averages a high of 40°F and a low of 28°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 72°F (2007) and the record low is -2°F (1977).
New York City weather in February
In February, New York City averages a high of 42°F and a low of 29°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 78°F (2018) and the record low is -1°F (2016).
New York City weather in March
In March, New York City averages a high of 50°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 4.3 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 86°F (1998) and the record low is 10°F (1980).
New York City weather in April
In April, New York City averages a high of 62°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 96°F (2002) and the record low is 21°F (1982). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
New York City weather in May
In May, New York City averages a high of 71°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 97°F (1987) and the record low is 34°F (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
New York City weather in June
In June, New York City averages a high of 80°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 99°F (2025) and the record low is 46°F (1972). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
New York City weather in July
In July, New York City averages a high of 85°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 104°F (1977) and the record low is 53°F (1988).
New York City weather in August
In August, New York City averages a high of 83°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 103°F (2001) and the record low is 50°F (1982).
New York City weather in September
In September, New York City averages a high of 76°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 4.3 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 99°F (1983) and the record low is 43°F (1974). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
New York City weather in October
In October, New York City averages a high of 65°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 93°F (2019) and the record low is 29°F (1976). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
New York City weather in November
In November, New York City averages a high of 54°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 81°F (1974) and the record low is 15°F (2018).
New York City weather in December
In December, New York City averages a high of 45°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 75°F (1998) and the record low is -1°F (1980).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in New York City
November is the sunniest month in New York City, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 39%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. New York City is cloudier than 68% of the US.
Humidity peaks in September at 73% and is lowest in March at 60%.
Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and January is the windiest month at 8 mph.
New York City has about 17 days a year above 90°F. New York City is cooler than 64% of the US.
The first fall freeze in New York City typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 31. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 232 days.
New York City weather records
These records cover NY CITY CNTRL PARK during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the New York City station is 104°F, on July 21, 1977. The coldest is -2°F, on January 17, 1977.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 7.6 in of precipitation, on April 15, 2007.
35 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit New York City
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 42°F and lows near 30°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 61°F and lows near 45°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 83°F and lows near 67°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 51°F.
New York City climate questions
How much rain does New York City get?
New York City gets 49.5 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 125 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in New York City?
July is the wettest month in New York City, with 4.6 in. February is the driest, with 3.2 in.
How many rainy days does New York City have a year?
New York City has about 125 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 12.
Does it snow in New York City?
Yes. New York City gets about 29.8 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1995–96, with 75.6 in.
What is the hottest month in New York City?
July is the warmest month in New York City, with an average high of 85°F.
What is the coldest month in New York City?
January is the coldest month in New York City, with an average low of 28°F.
What is the record high temperature in New York City?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the New York City station is 104°F, set on July 21, 1977. The record low is -2°F, on January 17, 1977.
What is the sunniest month in New York City?
November is the sunniest month in New York City, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in New York City?
The first fall freeze in New York City typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 31.
What is the best time to visit New York City?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
