New York weather in July

July in New York averages 85°F by day and 70°F at night, with 4.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 1st-warmest and 1st-wettest month of the year here.

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Average high
85°F+5° vs June
Average low
70°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
4.6 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in7 days at 90°F+

Is July a good time to visit New York?

July is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are May and September to October.

On July 15 the sun rises at 5:37 am and sets at 8:25 pm, giving 14h 48m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for New York in July

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning
  • An umbrella or rain jacket

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

July nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
New York85°F70°F4.6 in
Jersey City, NJ5 mi87°F69°F4.7 in
Newark, NJ11 mi87°F69°F4.7 in
Clifton, NJ12 mi85°F70°F4.6 in
Elizabeth, NJ14 mi87°F69°F4.7 in
Yonkers, NY14 mi86°F72°F4.3 in
New Rochelle, NY15 mi86°F72°F4.3 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New York in July?

In July, New York averages a high of 85°F and a low of 70°F, with 4.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is July a good time to visit New York?

July is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.6 inches of rain.

Does it snow in New York in July?

Rarely. The July snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: New York in June and New York in August. All twelve months: New York weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station New York Central Park Tower, NY, 1.4 miles from the city center.