Average Temperatures in New York

What are the average temperatures in New York for a specific month? Below you can see a list of the average temperatures during the day. The coldest time is not in December, but the real winter usually arrives in January and February, when temperatures can drop to minus 10 degrees Celsius. Add wind or snow to that, and it will feel very cold indeed. In contrast, summers can be very tropical, especially in July and August, when temperatures in Manhattan can exceed 35°C for days on end.

Eric's Index

1 Monthly Average Temperatures in New York
2 How warm or cold is it in New York?
3 FAQ

Monthly Average Temperatures in New York

Below you will find an overview of the average temperatures in New York per month.

Month	Maximum	Minimum
January	3 ° C	-4 ° C
February	4 ° C	-3 ° C
March	9 ° C	1 ° C
April	16 ° C	6 ° C
May	21 ° C	12 ° C
June	26 ° C	17 ° C
July	29 ° C	20 ° C
August	28 ° C	19 ° C
September	24 ° C	16 ° C
October	18 ° C	9 ° C
November	12 ° C	5 ° C
December	6 ° C	-1 ° C

The average temperature in spring

As spring is a transitional season in New York, the temperature varies significantly. It can vary from year to year, but the beginning of the season is on average much colder than the end. Overall, you can say that the average maximum temperature is around 20°C and the minimum is around 10°C.

The average temperature in summer

Summer is the warmest season in New York, and from July until September temperatures are mostly consistently high. The season can be quite humid and hot in the city. Overall, you can say that the average maximum temperature is around 27°C and the minimum is around 19°C.

The average temperature in autumn

Autumn brings cooler temperatures and crisp air as the weather in New York transitions from summer to winter. It becomes cooler as the season progresses, with comfortable days and chilly evenings. The average maximum temperature is around 16°C and the minimum is around 7°C.

The average temperature in winter

Winter in New York is of course the coldest season, with freezing temperatures and occasional snowfall in January and February. The weather can be a bit harsh and unpredictable, with cold winds making it feel even chillier than the actual temperature. The average maximum temperature is around 6°C and the minimum is around -2°C.

Eric’s Tip: “The positive side of the low temperatures, is that it also makes it the cheapest season to travel to New York! So if you’re looking for a low-budget New York trip, I recommend you to travel in January or February.”

How warm or cold is it in New York?

The weather in New York is characterized by four distinct seasons, with a cold winter, hot summer, and a spring and autumn that are true transitional periods. But of course, there’s air conditioning everywhere, so even when the outside temperatures are high, you might still need a sweater indoors. Keep that in mind when deciding what to wear in New York.

FAQ

Based on the average temperatures I recommend to visit New York in spring or autumn. The weather in general is pleasant, as it’s not too hot or too cold.

Generally January is the coldest month in New York City, with an average temperature of -1°C.

The cheapest months to visit New York are January and February, as these are also the coldest months, with the highest chance of snow.