LaGuardia Airport Travel Guide
LaGuardia Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
LaGuardia Airport is an airport in New York City. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in LaGuardia Airport with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 66°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit LaGuardia Airport 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 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building and Hudson River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 6.3°F below the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in LaGuardia Airport 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 LaGuardia Airport
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 40°46′36.8″N 73°52′26.4″W (40.7769, -73.874)
Weather in LaGuardia Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:38 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 77° / 66°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 6 mph
🌦️ 79° / 69°
Drizzle · 23% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about LaGuardia Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°46′36.8″N 73°52′26.4″W (40.7769, -73.874) |
| IATA code | LGA |
| Local time | 4:38 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in LaGuardia Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around LaGuardia Airport.
Best time to visit LaGuardia Airport
Go in June, 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 LaGuardia Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 11 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 17 mi | New Jersey |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 95 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 184 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 214 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 228 mi | Virginia |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is LaGuardia Airport?
LaGuardia Airport is an airport in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.7769, -73.874. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in LaGuardia Airport right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit LaGuardia Airport?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in LaGuardia Airport, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is LaGuardia Airport in?
LaGuardia Airport observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:38 PM.
What is the nearest airport to LaGuardia Airport?
The closest airports are John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 11 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 17 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 95 mi away.
What are the top things to do in LaGuardia Airport?
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 (airports) - 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 22, 2026 at 4:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
