Best Time to Visit Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Best time to visit Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site): June, August and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Go in June, August 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 Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) 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° | 45° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 55° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 65° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 66° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 61° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 39° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 29° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty | 0 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Hudson River | 3 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Area Code 212 | 3 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| ZIP Code 11201 | 3 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Greenwich Village | 4 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in New York City. Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for a monument to liberty and immigration.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 67°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 12%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is June, August 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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 6.7°F below the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) today at 9.3/10. 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 Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:09 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 76° / 67°
Overcast · 12% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 82° / 69°
Light showers · 40% rain · wind 15 mph
Things to do in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Quick facts about Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°41′21.1″N 74°2′40.2″W (40.6892, -74.0445) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1984 |
| Known for | a monument to liberty and immigration |
| Local time | 9:09 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.6892, -74.0445. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in?
Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:09 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
The closest airports are Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 7 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 11 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
Popular options include Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park and Martha's Vineyard.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 9:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
