New York weather in October
October in New York averages 65°F by day and 51°F at night, with 4.4 inches of precipitation. It is the 6th-warmest and 4th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 65°F-12° vs September
- Average low
- 51°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.4 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.1 in0 days at 90°F+
Is October a good time to visit New York?
Yes. October is one of the most comfortable months in New York by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are May and September to October.
Get outside in New York in October
October is made for being outside. Try Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Bronx Zoo. All things to do in New York.
On October 15 the sun rises at 7:07 am and sets at 6:15 pm, giving 11h 08m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for New York in October
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
October nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 65°F | 51°F | 4.4 in | |
| Jersey City, NJ | 5 mi | 66°F | 49°F | 3.8 in |
| Newark, NJ | 11 mi | 66°F | 49°F | 3.8 in |
| Clifton, NJ | 12 mi | 65°F | 51°F | 4.4 in |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 14 mi | 66°F | 49°F | 3.8 in |
| Yonkers, NY | 14 mi | 66°F | 53°F | 3.8 in |
| New Rochelle, NY | 15 mi | 66°F | 53°F | 3.8 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in New York in October?
In October, New York averages a high of 65°F and a low of 51°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is October a good time to visit New York?
Yes. October is one of New York's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.
Does it snow in New York in October?
Rarely. The October snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: New York in September and New York in November. 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.