The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn in New York is often underrated: 19°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 5 out of 12 months in New York. Compared to September: −6°C daytime, −0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
10°
Sea
18°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is October the right month?
The best month in New York is August (8.4/10), 0.9 pt higher than October.
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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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Other destinations in October
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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 October?
In October, the sea averages 18°C in New York: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in New York in October?
The average UV index reaches 4 in October in New York (moderate), with about 10.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.