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Planning your trip to New York City
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable for walking, and the holiday season brings lights and decorations but higher prices. Summer is hot and humid, and winters can be cold.
How many days you need
Four to five days lets you see the major landmarks, a couple of museums and a few neighborhoods without rushing. A longer stay lets you explore beyond Manhattan.
Getting around
The subway runs all day and night and is the fastest way to cover distance, and much of Manhattan is walkable. Check how fares are paid before you travel. Rideshares and taxis help late at night or with luggage.
What to skip
The area around Times Square is loud and crowded, with costumed characters and overpriced restaurants. See it once, then eat in neighborhoods such as the East Village, Chelsea or across the river.
Where to stay in New York City
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Best time to visit New York City
The most comfortable months in New York City are May to June and September to October, with average daytime highs of 67 to 80°F and 9 to 12 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month, averaging 86°F, and January the coolest at 42°F. July sees the most rain, around 14 days, while November is the driest with about 8.
Average daily high / low and days with rain, from Open-Meteo ERA5 records for 2019-2024. Highlighted months are the pick above.
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New York City: common questions
- When is the best time to visit New York City?
- The most comfortable stretch is May to June and September to October, when average highs run 67 to 80°F with 9 to 12 rainy days a month. July is the hottest month at 86°F on average, and January the coolest at 42°F.
- What is the rainiest month in New York City?
- July, with roughly 14 days of rain. The driest is November, with about 8. Both are averages from 2019-2024 records.
- How warm does it get in New York City?
- July averages 86°F by day and 70°F at night, and January averages 42°F and 28°F. In the southern hemisphere those two are reversed.
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