Geography of Times Square
Geography of Times Square: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Times Square
ZIP Code 10019 is 1 mi to the north, Empire State Building is 1 mi to the south, ZIP Code 10001 is 1 mi to the south-west and New York County (Manhattan) is 2 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 40°45′28.8″N 73°59′7.8″W (40.758, -73.9855)
Quick facts about Times Square
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°45′28.8″N 73°59′7.8″W (40.758, -73.9855) |
| Known for | the neon crossroads of Manhattan |
| Local time | 8:38 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Times Square is a tourist attraction in New York City. Times Square is a landmark known for the neon crossroads of Manhattan.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Times Square with clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 39°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Times Square is May, 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 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Empire State Building, Central Park, Hudson River and Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is 5.8°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Times Square today at 10/10. 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 Times Square 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 | 35° | 23° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 23° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 35° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 71° | 54° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 64° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 86° | 69° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 82° | 65° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 74° | 59° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 49° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 38° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 28° | 5,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Times Square?
Times Square is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.758, -73.9855. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Times Square right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with clear. Humidity is 50% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Times Square?
May, June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Times Square, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Times Square in?
Times Square observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:38 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Times Square?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 6 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 11 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Times Square?
Popular options include Empire State Building, Central Park, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty and Martha's Vineyard.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 October 26, 2026 at 8:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
