Geography of Queens
Geography of Queens: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Queens
Queens County is 0 mi to the north, LaGuardia Airport is 5 mi to the north-west, John F. Kennedy International Airport is 6 mi to the south and Kings County (Brooklyn) is 9 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 40°43′41.5″N 73°47′41.6″W (40.7282, -73.7949)
Quick facts about Queens
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°43′41.5″N 73°47′41.6″W (40.7282, -73.7949) |
| Known for | the most diverse borough and both airports |
| Local time | 8:10 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Queens is a district in New York City. Queens is a district known for the most diverse borough and both airports.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Queens with clear. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 66°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 16%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Queens 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 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 6.7°F below the 82°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Queens today at 9.4/10. 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 Queens 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 | 82° | 66° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 61° | 5,0 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Queens?
Queens is a district in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7282, -73.7949. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Queens right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Queens?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Queens, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Queens in?
Queens observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:10 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Queens?
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?
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 (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 8:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
