Best Time to Visit LaGuardia Airport
Best time to visit LaGuardia Airport: June, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit LaGuardia Airport
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 LaGuardia Airport 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° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 24° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 36° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 44° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 55° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 65° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 71° | 6,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 67° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 61° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 49° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 39° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 30° | 5,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How LaGuardia Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against LaGuardia Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bronx | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Manhattan | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 51 in |
| New York County (Manhattan) | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Queens | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Queens County | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 63°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
LaGuardia Airport is an airport in New York City. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 42°F (6°C) in LaGuardia Airport with overcast. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 42°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit LaGuardia Airport 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 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building and Hudson River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is 6.1°F below the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in LaGuardia Airport today at 9.7/10. 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 LaGuardia Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:51 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 59° / 49°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 63° / 51°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in LaGuardia Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around LaGuardia Airport.
Quick facts about LaGuardia Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°46′36.8″N 73°52′26.4″W (40.7769, -73.874) |
| IATA code | LGA |
| Local time | 7:51 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is LaGuardia Airport?
LaGuardia Airport is an airport in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7769, -73.874. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in LaGuardia Airport right now?
It is currently 42°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit LaGuardia Airport?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in LaGuardia Airport, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is LaGuardia Airport in?
LaGuardia Airport observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:51 PM.
What is the nearest airport to LaGuardia Airport?
The closest airports are John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 11 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 17 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 95 mi away.
What are the top things to do in LaGuardia Airport?
Popular options include Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - 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 7:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
