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Current Local Time in Central Park

Current local time and time zone in Central Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 60°F now🕔 8:38 PM local📅 Best: May, June, August, September and October

Current local time in Central Park

8:38 PM
Monday, October 26, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now12:38 AM
Sunrise7:19 AM
Sunset5:59 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:19 AM
Sunset5:59 PM
Daylight10h 40m
Solar noon12:39 PM
Golden hour (am)7:19 AM - 8:19 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:59 PM - 5:59 PM
Blue hour (am)6:49 AM - 7:19 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:59 PM - 6:29 PM
Moon phase🌕 Full moon · 100%
Moonrise5:55 PM
Moonset8:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Central Park

TypeAttraction
CityNew York City
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates40°46′58.4″N 73°57′55.4″W (40.7829, -73.9654)
Known for843 acres of Manhattan parkland
Local time8:38 PM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsMay, June, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

Summary

Central Park is a tourist attraction in New York City. Central Park is a landmark known for 843 acres of Manhattan parkland.

Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Central Park with clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 40°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Central Park 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 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 Times Square, Empire State Building, 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 73°F is 5.4°F above the 67°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 Central Park 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.

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Coordinates: 40°46′58.4″N 73°57′55.4″W (40.7829, -73.9654)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Central Park?

Central Park is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7829, -73.9654. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Central Park right now?

It is currently 60°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 47% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Central Park?

May, June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Central Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Central Park in?

Central Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:38 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Central Park?

The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 5 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 13 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 14 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Central Park?

Popular options include Times Square, Empire State Building, 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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.

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