Statue of Liberty Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Statue of Liberty: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Statue of Liberty 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° | 67° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 61° | 4,1 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).
Recent extremes in Statue of Liberty
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Statue of Liberty compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Statue of Liberty.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 0 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Area Code 212 | 3 mi | 55°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Hudson River | 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 |
Best time to visit Statue of Liberty
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.
What this means for Statue of Liberty
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 8.5°F below the 68°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 81°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Statue of Liberty is a tourist attraction in New York City. Statue of Liberty is a landmark known for the copper statue in New York Harbor.
Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in Statue of Liberty with clear. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 43°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Statue of Liberty 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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hudson River, Empire State Building and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 8.5°F below the 68°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Statue of Liberty today at 9.9/10. 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.
Quick facts about Statue of Liberty
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| Known for | the copper statue in New York Harbor |
| Local time | 9:07 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Statue of Liberty?
Statue of Liberty is a tourist attraction 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 right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Statue of Liberty?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Statue of Liberty, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Statue of Liberty in?
Statue of Liberty observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:07 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Statue of Liberty?
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?
Popular options include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), 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 (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 9:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
