Geography of New York City
Geography of New York City: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of New York City
Hudson River is 0 mi to the north, Kings County (Brooklyn) is 4 mi to the south-east, New York County (Manhattan) is 5 mi to the north and Newark Liberty International Airport is 9 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 40°42′46.1″N 74°0′21.6″W (40.7128, -74.006)
Quick facts about New York City
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°42′46.1″N 74°0′21.6″W (40.7128, -74.006) |
| Population | 8.300.000 |
| Known for | Times Square, Central Park and Broadway |
| Local time | 4:23 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by attraction in New York City
4 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by airport in New York City
2 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in New York City
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in New York City
6 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Geography by zip / postal code in New York City
3 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Geography by area code in New York City
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Summary
New York City is a city in New York. New York City is known for Times Square, Central Park and Broadway. It has a population of about 8.3 million.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in New York City with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 63°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 33%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New York City 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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Central Park, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 7.4°F below the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in New York City today at 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.
Climate in New York City 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° | 66° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 60° | 5,1 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New York City?
New York City is a city in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7128, -74.006. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New York City right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit New York City?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in New York City, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New York City in?
New York City observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:23 AM.
How many people live in New York City?
New York City has a population of approximately 8.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to New York City?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 8 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 9 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 13 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New York City?
Popular options include Central Park, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Hudson River.
What places are in New York City?
New York City covers 17 places in this atlas, including Central Park, Empire State Building, John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 21, 2026 at 4:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
