Queens (NY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Queens can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Queens. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -3°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Precipitation and rainy days
Queens has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1274 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Queens experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 142 mm in June, the wettest month, and 72 mm in November, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
For more details, please visit our Queens Precipitation page.
Sunshine over the year
Queens can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 4°C in February to 23°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Queens.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 68%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 5 m/s in May, June, July, August, September and October to 7 m/s in March.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Queens in the United States of America
During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 142 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 271 hours of sunshine.
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