Geography of Brooklyn
Geography of Brooklyn: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Brooklyn
Kings County (Brooklyn) is 0 mi to the north, ZIP Code 11201 is 3 mi to the north-west, Area Code 212 is 4 mi to the north-west and Hudson River is 4 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 40°40′41.5″N 73°56′39.1″W (40.6782, -73.9442)
Quick facts about Brooklyn
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°40′41.5″N 73°56′39.1″W (40.6782, -73.9442) |
| Known for | brownstones, DUMBO and Coney Island |
| Local time | 8:22 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Brooklyn is a district in New York City. Brooklyn is a district known for brownstones, DUMBO and Coney Island.
Right now it is 71°F (22°C) in Brooklyn with clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 68°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 56%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Brooklyn 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 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hudson River, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Brooklyn today at 8.5/10. 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 Brooklyn 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° | 25° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 25° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 37° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 45° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 55° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 66° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 86° | 71° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 82° | 67° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 61° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 40° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 31° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brooklyn?
Brooklyn is a district in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.6782, -73.9442. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Brooklyn right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brooklyn?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Brooklyn, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Brooklyn in?
Brooklyn observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:22 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Brooklyn?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 8 mi away, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 9 mi away and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Brooklyn?
Popular options include Hudson River, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 24, 2026 at 8:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
