Climate normals · 1970–2000
New York City Climate
New York City is a city in United States (NY) with a population of about 8,804,190. Its average annual temperature is 12.1°C (54°F), with roughly 1211 mm of rain per year.
12.1°C
Avg Temp
1211
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
New York City Climate
New York City has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F) and receives about 1211 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.1°C
Avg Temp
1211
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 96 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 77 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 105 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 104 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 112 mm |
| June | 21° / 71° | 94 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 116 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 110 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 104 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 93 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 105 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 95 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit New York City
The most comfortable months to visit New York City are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit New York City are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
New York City, United States has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C and about 1211 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in New York City average about 30°C (85°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.