Queens County Weather Forecast
Queens County weather: 71°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Queens County?
Yes - rain is likely in Queens County today.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,3 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 3,4 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Sat and Sun.
The next 7 days carry about 3.6 times a normal week's rain for August (3,4 in against 1,0 in).
16-day forecast for Queens County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 20 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 85° / 66° | 73% · 1,3 in | 15 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 21 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 76° / 66° | 39% · 1,2 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌧️ Showers | 75° / 71° | 57% · 0,6 in | 9 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 71° | 43% · 0,4 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☀️ Clear sky | 82° / 66° | 17% | 16 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 66° | 1% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 69° | 25% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 71° | 27% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 69° | 25% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 82° / 69° | 21% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 71° | 20% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌧️ Showers | 72° / 66° | 29% · 1,1 in | 14 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 67° | 23% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 79° / 71° | 21% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 77° / 63° | 19% | 17 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 20% | -- | — |
What this means for Queens County
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is 3.4°F above the 82°F typical for this month.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,3 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 79°F.
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
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Queens County?
Queens County is a county in New York. Its coordinates are 40.7282, -73.7949. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Queens County right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 81% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Queens County?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Queens County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Queens County in?
Queens County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:10 AM.
How many people live in Queens County?
Queens County has a population of approximately 2.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Queens County?
The closest airports are LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 5 mi away, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 6 mi away and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 20 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Queens County?
Popular options include Central Park, Empire State Building, Times Square, 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 (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 21, 2026 at 9:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
