Empire State Building Travel Guide
Empire State Building travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Empire State Building is a tourist attraction in New York City. Empire State Building is a landmark known for the art deco observation decks.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Empire State Building with partly cloudy. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 61°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Empire State Building is 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 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Times Square, Central Park, Hudson River and Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 76°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 Empire State Building 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.
Map of Empire State Building
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 40°44′54.2″N 73°59′8.5″W (40.7484, -73.9857)
Weather in Empire State Building right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:32 PM, Sep 30 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 75° / 62°
Drizzle · 36% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 69° / 60°
Drizzle · 24% rain · wind 11 mph
Quick facts about Empire State Building
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°44′54.2″N 73°59′8.5″W (40.7484, -73.9857) |
| Known for | the art deco observation decks |
| Local time | 11:32 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Empire State Building
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Empire State Building.
Best time to visit Empire State Building
Go in June, August, September 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+
- Layers - the daily swing is 71°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Empire State Building
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 6 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 11 mi | New Jersey |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 13 mi | New York City |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 90 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 190 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 208 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 222 mi | Virginia |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Empire State Building?
Empire State Building is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7484, -73.9857. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Empire State Building right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 93% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Empire State Building?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Empire State Building, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Empire State Building in?
Empire State Building observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:32 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Empire State Building?
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), 13 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Empire State Building?
Popular options include Times Square, 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 September 30, 2026 at 11:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
