Times Square Travel Guide
Times Square travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Times Square is a tourist attraction in New York City. Times Square is a landmark known for the neon crossroads of Manhattan.
Right now it is 71°F (21°C) in Times Square with partly cloudy. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 67°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 54%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Times Square is May, 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 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Empire State Building, Central Park, Hudson River and Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Times Square today at 9.4/10. 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 Times Square
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 40°45′28.8″N 73°59′7.8″W (40.758, -73.9855)
Weather in Times Square right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:55 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 81° / 67°
Heavy rain · 54% rain · wind 11 mph
☁️ 88° / 73°
Overcast · 11% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Times Square
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New York City |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°45′28.8″N 73°59′7.8″W (40.758, -73.9855) |
| Known for | the neon crossroads of Manhattan |
| Local time | 9:55 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Times Square
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Times Square.
Best time to visit Times Square
Go in May, 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 - 3 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 Times Square
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 | 14 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 | 209 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 222 mi | Virginia |
Explore Times Square
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Times Square?
Times Square is a tourist attraction in New York City. Its coordinates are 40.758, -73.9855. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Times Square right now?
It is currently 71°F (21°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 73% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Times Square?
May, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Times Square, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Times Square in?
Times Square observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:55 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Times Square?
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), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Times Square?
Popular options include Empire State Building, 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 August 23, 2026 at 9:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
