New York City month by month

The best time to visit New York City

For most travellers, the sweet spot in New York City is September · May · June: 24° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	4° / -3°	Moderate	$$	Fair
February	5° / -3°	Moderate	$$	Fair
March	10° / 1°	Moderate	$$	Fair
April	16° / 6°	Moderate	$$	Great
May	21° / 12°	High	$$	Ideal
June	26° / 17°	High	$$	Ideal
July	29° / 21°	High	$$$	Great
August	28° / 20°	High	$$$	Fair
September	24° / 16°	High	$$	Ideal
October	18° / 10°	High	$$	Ideal
November	12° / 5°	High	$$	Great
December	7° / 0°	High	$$$	Great

Best months September May June October

The year in New York City

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in New York City.

Spring Ideal

Mar–May · highs around 16°C · Warm, parks blooming, before summer humidity

Mar ·Apr ·May

Summer Ideal

Jun–Aug · highs around 28°C · Warm, long days, rooftop season begins

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

Autumn Ideal

Sep–Nov · highs around 18°C · Comfortable air, fashion week energy returns

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Winter Great

Dec–Feb · highs around 5°C · Holiday lights and peak prices citywide

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

June ·September

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

January ·February

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

February ·January

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

August ·September ·November

Practical basics

Region: North America
Local currency: USD
Hemisphere: Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
Yearly range: -3° – 29°
Strongest months: September, May, June
Good for: city · culture · food · nightlife

Events in New York City

Aug–Sep US Open Tennis — Tennis's final Grand Slam draws crowds to Flushing Meadows.
Nov Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — Giant balloons float down Sixth Avenue on Thanksgiving morning.
Dec Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree — The lit tree and ice rink anchor Midtown's holiday season.
Dec Times Square New Year’s Eve — Crowds pack Times Square for the midnight ball drop.

Every month in New York City

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

New York City in January 4° · $$ Fair New York City in February 5° · $$ Fair New York City in March 10° · $$ Fair New York City in April 16° · $$ Great New York City in May 21° · $$ Ideal New York City in June 26° · $$ Ideal New York City in July 29° · $$$ Great New York City in August 28° · $$$ Fair New York City in September 24° · $$ Ideal New York City in October 18° · $$ Ideal New York City in November 12° · $$ Great New York City in December 7° · $$$ Great

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit New York City?

What is the cheapest time to visit New York City?

January — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 47%.

What is the weather like in New York City?

Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near -3°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.