New York City weather in October (New York State, United States of America)
What's the typical weather in New York City for October? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
In October, New York City usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 19°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 12°C.
Precipitation
New York City in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 213 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New York City climate page with graphs.
New York City, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Water Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
109 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
66%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
213 hours
Percentage Sunshine
61%
Where to go in the United States of America in October
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to New York City, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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