New York weather and climate
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December
Overview
New York weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
6 °C
Night
-1 °C
Sea
9 °C
Precipitation
99 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
65 %
Day
6 °C
Night
-1 °C
Sea
9 °C
Precipitation
99 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
65 %
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Weather overview
New York (United States of America) is a place with a mild continental climate. The day temperatures range from 4 °C (38 °F) in January to 29 °C (85 °F) in July. The least rainy month in New York is October with its 8 days of rain, the rainiest month is May, when it rains 11 days. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 20 °C (68 °F), the lowest in January with -4 °C (26 °F).
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is 4 °C (38 °F) in New York, and the minimum of the night temperature can be noticed too in this month. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, its value is 10 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, with its value being 86 mm (3.39 in). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value being 5 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 5 °C (41 °F) in New York, and the night temperature starts to rise too in this month. The rainfall amount reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 73 mm (2.87 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 5.
March weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 9 °C (49 °F) in New York, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 1 °C (33 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 11 days, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, its value is 104 mm (4.10 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 7 hours.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 16 °C (60 °F) in New York, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 6 °C (43 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 8 hours. The humidity reaches its minimum in this month.
May weather
The tourist season slowly starts in New York. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 21 °C (71 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise too, its value is 11 °C (52 °F). The number of rainy days is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 8 hours.
June weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 27 °C (80 °F) in New York, and the night temperature continues to rise too, with its value being 17 °C (62 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum. The maximum of the day length is observable in this month.
July weather
The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value being 29 °C (85 °F) in New York, and the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed as well in July. There is pending tourist season. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 10 days, while the rainfall amount reaches its maximum, with its value of 113 mm (4.44 in).
August weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in New York. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed too in this month. The rainfall amount starts to descent, its value is 105 mm (4.12 in).
September weather
There is pending tourist season in New York. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 24 °C (76 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 15 °C (59 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed in September. The maximum of the humidity is observable.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent in New York, and the night temperature continues to descent too, its value is 9 °C (48 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of rainy days reaches its minimum in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 7 hours.
November weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 12 °C (54 °F) in New York, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value of 4 °C (40 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 10 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6 °C (43 °F) in New York, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, its value is -1 °C (31 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11 days. The day length reaches its minimum, its value is 9 hours. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, its value is 4 hours.
FAQs
How windy is New York in April?
In New York in April, there will be an average wind scale of 5.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in May in New York?
In May in New York, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 37 % days.
Are there good conditions to visit in June in New York?
June is a good month to visit New York. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 27 °C (80 °F). The temperature of 17 °C (62 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is July part of the wet season in New York?
No, there is no wet season in July in New York - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in New York in August?
In New York in August, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the temperature in New York during the day in September?
In New York in September, the average daily temperatures will be 24 °C (76 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the sea temperature in New York in October?
In October in New York expect the sea to be warm at 17 °C (63 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What is the air temperature in New York in November at night?
The average night temperature in November in New York is 4 °C (40 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.