Geography of New York County (Manhattan)
Geography of New York County (Manhattan): location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of New York County (Manhattan)
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 New York County (Manhattan)
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°46′59.2″N 73°58′16.3″W (40.7831, -73.9712) |
| Population | 1.600.000 |
| Local time | 12:57 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
New York County (Manhattan) is a county in New York. New York County (Manhattan) is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.6 million.
Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in New York County (Manhattan) with clear. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 64°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New York County (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 about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in New York County (Manhattan) today at 9.8/10. 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 County (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 New York County (Manhattan)?
New York County (Manhattan) is a county in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7831, -73.9712. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New York County (Manhattan) right now?
It is currently 69°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 60% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit New York County (Manhattan)?
May, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in New York County (Manhattan), which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New York County (Manhattan) in?
New York County (Manhattan) observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 12:57 AM.
How many people live in New York County (Manhattan)?
New York County (Manhattan) has a population of approximately 1.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to New York County (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 New York County (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 (us-counties) - 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 25, 2026 at 12:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
