The month in detail
What to expect in July
In the height of summer, New York sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Expect rain on 33% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.4/10) is significantly better if possible.
July ranks 6 out of 12 months in New York. Compared to June: +4°C daytime, 7 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
14.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 46
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Is July the right month?
The best month in New York is August (8.4/10), 2.8 pts higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 4°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 33%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is New York ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.4 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.71°N · 74.01°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit New York?
June is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 17.0°C lows, 7.9h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of June & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does New York get in June?
New York averages 7.9 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in New York?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in New York in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 17.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is New York good in winter?
In winter (December-February), New York scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid New York?
January is the most difficult month to visit New York, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in New York in July?
In July, the sea averages 25°C in New York: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in New York in July?
The average UV index reaches 7 in July in New York (high), with about 14.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.