New York in July

Hot and humid; heat waves.

All twelve months in one grid — weather, crowds and prices, with gaps left as unknown.

July is rated mixed. These months rate higher:

• SeptemberGreatWarm and clear; UN General Assembly week closes roads.
• OctoberGreatBest walking month; busy.
• MayGreatWarm and comfortable; good walking.
• JuneGreatWarm and long days; humidity builds.

• New YorkHighs around 29 °C (84 °F), lows around 22 °C (72 °F), rain on about 11 daysHighs around 84 °F (29 °C), lows around 72 °F (22 °C), rain on about 11 days
• Northeast, United States · New York, Boston, Washington, Philadelphia, Mainehot

  Cold, sometimes snowy winters; humid 30 °C (86 °F)+ spells in July–August; late September to October is the pick for foliage and walking.Cold, sometimes snowy winters; humid 86 °F (30 °C)+ spells in July–August; late September to October is the pick for foliage and walking.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• Independence Day fireworks

  Jul 4 · East River

  Crowds and closures.

Crowds · United States overall

High

Prices · United States overall

High

United States overall: Peak season: parks full, 4 July crowds, 40 °C+ in the desert, humid East. Alaska and the Pacific Northwest are at their best.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in New York, side by side.

• A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast
• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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