Queens County Map
Interactive map of Queens County with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Queens County is a county in New York. Queens County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 2.4 million.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Queens County 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 County 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 County 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.
Map of Queens County
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Coordinates: 40°43′41.5″N 73°47′41.6″W (40.7282, -73.7949)
Quick facts about Queens County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°43′41.5″N 73°47′41.6″W (40.7282, -73.7949) |
| Population | 2.400.000 |
| Local time | 3:53 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Neighboring counties in New York
Sorted by distance from Queens County.
Getting to Queens County
- LaGuardia Airport (LGA) · 5 mi
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) · 6 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) · 20 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) · 96 mi
- New York City · 11 mi · roughly 15 min driving
- Philadelphia · 90 mi · roughly 2.1 h driving
- Newport · 140 mi · roughly 3.2 h driving
- Providence · 145 mi · roughly 3.3 h driving
- Boston · 181 mi · roughly 4.2 h driving
- Washington · 213 mi · roughly 4.9 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Queens County
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 5 mi | New York City |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 6 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 20 mi | New Jersey |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 96 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 183 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 216 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 230 mi | Virginia |
Things to do in Queens County
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Queens County.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Queens County?
Queens County is a county in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7282, -73.7949. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Queens County 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 County?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Queens County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Queens County in?
Queens County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:53 PM.
How many people live in Queens County?
Queens County has a population of approximately 2.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Queens County?
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 County?
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 (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 23, 2026 at 3:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
