New York Weather

New York weather - Best in spring and autumn
Any general summary of weather in New York will tend to gloss over the unpredictability of the New York climate. The best advice would be to expect pleasant weather in spring and autumn, cold in winter and hot humid weather in the summer. However, when travelling to New York you should pack for most eventualities. The weather in New York is subject to late snowstorms, heat waves, and unusually long dry and wet spells. In short, New York weather is just as exciting as the city itself! Most residents would probably say spring and autumn is the best time to visit New York. Average temperatures are comfortable for walking and sightseeing and Central Park is at its best, particularly in autumn when the trees are especially colourful. New York rainfall is relatively high and spread evenly through the year. November is the rainiest month in New York and January and February are the driest. Hot summer weather in New York is often broken by welcome heavy showers or thunderstorms.

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Summer weather in New York - Hot and sunny
Summer weather in New York gives the city a relaxed, languorous atmosphere with plenty of people outside on the streets and festivals in the parks. Our weather chart for New York shows you can expect a lot of summer sunshine. Average sunshine hours in New York hover around 9 through the summer. Cool off in Central Park or head out to the beach at Coney Island and Long island.

New York weather - Atmospheric winters
While the weather in New York can be very cold indeed in winter it is also a highly atmospheric, exciting time to visit the city. The best days see crisp sunshine setting off picturesque snowy skyscapes. Christmas weather in New York usually goes some way to fulfilling white Christmas Hollywood fantasies. Snowfall in New York gives the city a truly magical atmosphere. New Yorkers invest a lot of effort in Christmas, making it an especially memorable time to visit the city. The superb lights and decorations in Manhattan seem all the more magical for the freezing temperatures and snow.

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