Geography of Manhattan
Geography of Manhattan: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Manhattan
New York County (Manhattan) is 0 mi to the north, Central Park is 0 mi to the east, ZIP Code 10019 is 1 mi to the south-west and Times Square is 2 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 40°46′59.2″N 73°58′16.3″W (40.7831, -73.9712)
Quick facts about Manhattan
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°46′59.2″N 73°58′16.3″W (40.7831, -73.9712) |
| Known for | skyscrapers, Central Park and Broadway |
| Local time | 8:15 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Manhattan is a district in New York City. Manhattan is a district known for skyscrapers, Central Park and Broadway.
Right now it is 69°F (21°C) in Manhattan with partly cloudy. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 67°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Manhattan is May, 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 87°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, Times Square, Empire State Building and Hudson River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 5°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Manhattan today at 9.6/10. 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 Manhattan 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 | 36° | 24° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 24° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 36° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 44° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 55° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 65° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 71° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 83° | 66° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 60° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 50° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 39° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 30° | 5,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Manhattan?
Manhattan is a district in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7831, -73.9712. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Manhattan right now?
It is currently 69°F (21°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Manhattan?
May, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Manhattan, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Manhattan in?
Manhattan observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:15 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Manhattan?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 5 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 12 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Manhattan?
Popular options include Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building, 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 (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 23, 2026 at 8:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
