Best time to visit
Best time to visit New York
Our pick: September and OctoberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Jan, Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov. Busy and pricier: May–Aug, Dec. Quiet: Feb.
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New York is best in spring and autumn, when the parks are green or gold and walking is a pleasure. Summers are hot and humid. From late November the city fills for Christmas, with rink skating and window displays.
Month by month in New York
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- Hotel prices peak in December; January and February are the cheapest months, if you can handle the cold.
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Questions people ask
When is the cheapest time to visit New York?
January to early March, after the holidays. It's cold, often below freezing, but hotels can cost half their December price.
What is the warmest month in New York?
July, averaging 24°C. The coolest is January, at 1°C.
When is peak season in New York?
May–Aug, Dec, when prices are highest. For better value, try Jan, Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov.