Visit New York
The temperature in April, May, June, September and October is ideal for a city trip to New York. New York City is a fantastic city that will amaze you in many ways.
July in New York City sees daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) at night. With around 114 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in New York City typically stay consistent throughout July, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 23°C (73°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for New York City spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in New York City between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during July.
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in July →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in July. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With water temperatures around 22°C (72°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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