New York City Travel Guide
New York City travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
New York City is a city in New York. New York City is known for Times Square, Central Park and Broadway. It has a population of about 8.3 million.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in New York City with clear sky. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 68°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New York City is June, July, 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 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Central Park, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 3.6°F below 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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in New York City today at 9.6/10. 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 New York City
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 40°42′46.1″N 74°0′21.6″W (40.7128, -74.006)
Weather in New York City right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:47 AM, Aug 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 91° / 73°
Light showers · 50% rain · wind 14 mph
☁️ 94° / 77°
Overcast · 20% rain · wind 11 mph
Quick facts about New York City
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°42′46.1″N 74°0′21.6″W (40.7128, -74.006) |
| Population | 8.300.000 |
| Known for | Times Square, Central Park and Broadway |
| Local time | 8:47 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in New York City
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around New York City.
Best time to visit New York City
Go in June, July, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near New York City
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 8 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 9 mi | New Jersey |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 13 mi | New York City |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 87 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 192 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 206 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 220 mi | Virginia |
Attractions in New York City
4 attractions mapped in this atlas
Airports in New York City
2 airports mapped in this atlas
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in New York City
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Districts and neighborhoods in New York City
6 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
ZIP and postal codes in New York City
3 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Area codes in New York City
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Explore New York City
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New York City?
New York City is a city in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7128, -74.006. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New York City right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 81% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit New York City?
June, July, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in New York City, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New York City in?
New York City observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:47 AM.
How many people live in New York City?
New York City has a population of approximately 8.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to New York City?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 8 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 9 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 13 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New York City?
Popular options include Central Park, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Hudson River.
What places are in New York City?
New York City covers 17 places in this atlas, including Central Park, Empire State Building, John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Statue of Liberty and Times Square.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 5, 2026 at 8:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
