Best Time to Visit Empire State Building
Best time to visit Empire State Building: June, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Empire State Building
Go in June, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Empire State Building month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37° | 24° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 24° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 36° | 6,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 63° | 44° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 55° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 65° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 67° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 61° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 38° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 29° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Empire State Building compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Empire State Building.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZIP Code 10001 | 1 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Times Square | 1 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 51 in |
| ZIP Code 10019 | 1 mi | 55°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Greenwich Village | 1 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Manhattan | 3 mi | 55°F | about the same | 51 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 66°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Empire State Building is a tourist attraction in New York City. Empire State Building is a landmark known for the art deco observation decks.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Empire State Building with clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 41°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Empire State Building is June, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Times Square, Central Park, Hudson River and Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is 5.2°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Empire State Building today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Empire State Building right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:52 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 60° / 52°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 11 mph
☁️ 61° / 53°
Overcast · 22% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Empire State Building
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Empire State Building.
Quick facts about Empire State Building
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°44′54.2″N 73°59′8.5″W (40.7484, -73.9857) |
| Known for | the art deco observation decks |
| Local time | 7:52 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Empire State Building?
Empire State Building is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7484, -73.9857. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Empire State Building right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 53% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Empire State Building?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Empire State Building, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Empire State Building in?
Empire State Building observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:52 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Empire State Building?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 6 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 11 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 13 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Empire State Building?
Popular options include Times Square, Central Park, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty and Martha's Vineyard.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 7:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
