Weather for New York in July is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +84°F during the day, and approximately 7 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 14 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in July around 109 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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July is usually the hottest month of the year in New York;
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
109 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New York has good weather in July.
Average temperature in New York in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New York for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in July is +86°F with a maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +66°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +84°F.
Is New York warm or cold in July?
New York is typically warm in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +64°F to +70°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
July is the hottest month in New York, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in New York in July
Water in New York in July is Comfortable. It varies from +68°F to +76°F, with an average of +72°F.The air temperature averaging +84°F is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in New York are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +39°F.
Can you swim in New York in July?
The water in New York in July is pretty comfortable (+72°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in New York in July
New York weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+55°F
+50°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+102°F
+102°F
Rainfall
101 mm
109 mm
113 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+64°F
+72°F
+74°F
Humidity
65%
66%
68%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
7
7
8
Cloudy days
7
6
6
Rainy days
13
14
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as good as in June.It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +79°F to +84°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 101 mm to 109 mm.Humidity rises from 65% to 66%.Winds are calmer in comparison to June, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 7 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in New York in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in New York is gradually decreasing during July, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in New York based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 212 mm, with a 71% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 45 mm, which is moderate rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
July is one of the rainiest months in New York, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
New York wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 113 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 48 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in New York?
This is the weather in New York in July 2023:
1 July
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+80°F
2 July
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+87°F
3 July
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+88°F
4 July
🌧️
+84°F
5 July
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+91°F
6 July
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+88°F
7 July
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+86°F
8 July
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+86°F
9 July
🌧️
+80°F
10 July
☁️
+86°F
11 July
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+89°F
12 July
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+92°F
13 July
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+88°F
14 July
🌧️
+85°F
15 July
🌫️
+87°F
16 July
🌧️
+78°F
17 July
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+89°F
18 July
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+84°F
19 July
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+80°F
20 July
🌫️
+85°F
21 July
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+86°F
22 July
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+85°F
23 July
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+88°F
24 July
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+85°F
25 July
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+85°F
26 July
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+87°F
27 July
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+94°F
28 July
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+93°F
29 July
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+90°F
30 July
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+81°F
31 July
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+83°F
In July 2023 New York had 17 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New York climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New York in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+59°F) and the highest in 2016 (+65°F). The driest year was 1982 with only 711 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in New York in July:
Is July a good time to visit New York?
July is a really good time to go to New York. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit New York.
Can you sunbathe in New York in July?
July is warm in New York. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in New York in July?
Yes, the water temperature in New York in July is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +72°F.
Is New York rainy in July?
New York is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in New York in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New York in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in New York, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.