Statue of Liberty Travel Guide
Statue of Liberty travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Statue of Liberty is a tourist attraction in New York City. Statue of Liberty is a landmark known for the copper statue in New York Harbor.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Statue of Liberty with partly cloudy. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 60°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Statue of Liberty 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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hudson River, Empire State Building and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 75°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Statue of Liberty 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 Statue of Liberty
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Coordinates: 40°41′21.1″N 74°2′40.2″W (40.6892, -74.0445)
Weather in Statue of Liberty right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:32 PM, Sep 30 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 71° / 61°
Overcast · 35% rain · wind 13 mph
☁️ 66° / 60°
Overcast · 24% rain · wind 11 mph
Quick facts about Statue of Liberty
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°41′21.1″N 74°2′40.2″W (40.6892, -74.0445) |
| Known for | the copper statue in New York Harbor |
| Local time | 11:32 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Statue of Liberty
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Statue of Liberty.
Best time to visit Statue of Liberty
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
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 67°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 Statue of Liberty
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 7 mi | New Jersey |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 11 mi | New York City |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 14 mi | New York City |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 85 mi | Philadelphia |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 195 mi | Boston |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 204 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 217 mi | Virginia |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Statue of Liberty?
Statue of Liberty is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.6892, -74.0445. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Statue of Liberty right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 82% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Statue of Liberty?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Statue of Liberty, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Statue of Liberty in?
Statue of Liberty observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:32 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Statue of Liberty?
The closest airports are Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 7 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 11 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Statue of Liberty?
Popular options include Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park 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.
