Best Time to Visit Queens County
Best time to visit Queens County: June, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Queens County
Go in June, 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 Queens County 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° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 25° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 36° | 5,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 44° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 55° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 65° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 86° | 71° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 67° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 75° | 61° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 50° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 39° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 30° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Queens County compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Queens County.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 0 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| LaGuardia Airport | 5 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6 mi | 55°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Kings County (Brooklyn) | 9 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Brooklyn | 9 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 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
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Queens County is a county in New York. Queens County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 2.4 million.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Queens County with clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 46°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Queens County is June, 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 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Central Park, Empire State Building, Times Square and Hudson River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Queens County today at 9.9/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Queens County right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:22 AM, Oct 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 37°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
☀️ 66° / 51°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Queens County
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Queens County.
Quick facts about Queens County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°43′41.5″N 73°47′41.6″W (40.7282, -73.7949) |
| Population | 2.400.000 |
| Local time | 2:22 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Explore Queens County
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Queens County?
Queens County is a county in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7282, -73.7949. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Queens County right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 53% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Queens County?
June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Queens County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Queens County in?
Queens County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 2:22 AM.
How many people live in Queens County?
Queens County has a population of approximately 2.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Queens County?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 5 mi away, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 6 mi away and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 20 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Queens County?
Popular options include Central Park, Empire State Building, Times Square, 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 (us-counties) - 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 23, 2026 at 2:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
