When does it freeze in Manhattan?

Manhattan's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-November.

What is the rainy season in Manhattan?

July stands as the wettest month, delivering about 4.6 inches of rain on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 50 inches.

What is the warmest month in Manhattan?

July typically brings the warmest temperatures, with averages around 78°F.

What is the coldest month in Manhattan?

January typically registers as the coldest month, with average temperatures around 34°F.

When can I start a vegetable garden in Manhattan?

Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the time of the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.

How many rainy days does Manhattan get?

Manhattan experiences about 79 rainy days per year on average.

What hardiness zone is Manhattan?

Manhattan's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; residents can check the USDA's online lookup using the city ZIP code for the current zone designation.

Weather in Manhattan, New York

Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →

Manhattan, NY

Sunday, May 17 at 4:00 AM

Overcast

Feels like

65°

Humidity

46%

Wind

9 mph

Sunrise

5:36 AM

Sunset

8:08 PM

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Hour by hour · 24h

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Manhattan, NY

7-day forecast

Today
May 17
Overcast
—
90°62°
Monday
May 18
Light Drizzle
—
85°65°
Tuesday
May 19
Drizzle
10%
96°67°
Wednesday
May 20
Drizzle
68%
94°64°
Thursday
May 21
Overcast
33%
73°57°
Friday
May 22
Light Drizzle
19%
65°50°
Saturday
May 23
Light Drizzle
28%
54°50°

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Next 24 hours · Cool now

Manhattan, NY

Anemometer · 24h winds · from true

From · True

SSW

194° · backing 70°

Direction

SSW

194°

Sustained

mph

Gust

mph

Peak 24h

avg 8

Beaufort · 3 · GENTLE BRZ

CALM

LIGHT AIR

1–3

LIGHT BRZ

4–7

GENTLE BRZ

8–12

MOD BRZ

13–18

FRESH BRZ

19–24

STRONG BRZ

25–31

NEAR GALE

32–38

24h · sust vs gust · mph

avg 8 · pk 27 @ 8:00p

−24h−18h−12h−6hnow

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Barometer · 24h pressure · mb

Pressure · mb

1007.4

-1.3 mb in 3h · rising · 29.75 inHg

Now

1007.4

-1.3

12h

-1.6

24h

-5.1

Regime · RAIN

STORM

RAIN

CHANGE

FAIR

DRY

24h · Pressure · mb

range 1007–1014

−24h−18h−12h−6hnow

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Air quality

AQI

Moderate

PM 2.5: 12.3 μg/m³
PM 10: 13.4 μg/m³
NO₂: 21.0 μg/m³
Ozone: 90.0 μg/m³
UV Index: 0.0 Low

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Almanac · Sunday, May 17

When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.

Civil dawn

9:07 AM

Sunrise

5:36 AM

Daylight

14h 32m

Sunset

8:08 PM

Civil dusk

12:39 AM

Planting note

Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.

Manhattan, NY

The moon

New Moon

0% illuminated

Moonrise: 9:40 AM
Moonset: 12:34 AM
In sign: ♊︎ Gemini

Manhattan, NY

Microseason · 28 of 72

May 16–20

Roses open along the stoops

plant

Read this microseason across nine climate regions →

Manhattan at a glance

Today vs. normal: 70°F — typical for the season
Last frost: April 21 (climatological average for this latitude)
Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.

Right now in the garden

Warm-season window is open

As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.

Planting calendar

Month	Plant	Harvest
January	—	—
February	—	—
March	—	—
April	lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes	—
May	lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash	lettuce, peas, radishes
June	tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash	lettuce, peas, radishes
July	tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash	tomatoes, beans, summer squash
August	—	tomatoes, beans, summer squash
September	fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots	tomatoes, beans, summer squash
October	fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots	winter squash, tomatoes (last)
November	—	—
December	—	—

A year in weather

July ranks as Manhattan's warmest month with mean temperatures around 78°F, while January claims the coldest spot at roughly 34°F. Precipitation follows its own pattern, peaking during July at 4.6 inches and reaching its lowest point in February with 3.2 inches.

Month	Mean temp	Precip	Rainy days
January	34°	3.6″	6
February	36°	3.2″	6
March	43°	4.3″	8
April	54°	4.1″	7
May	63°	4.0″	7
June	72°	4.5″	7
July	78°	4.6″	7
August	76°	4.6″	7
September	69°	4.3″	6
October	58°	4.4″	6
November	48°	3.6″	6
December	39°	4.4″	7

Regional context

Manhattan belongs to the warm-summer humid continental climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climate group.

Similar climates: New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Queens, NY, Bronx, NY, Buffalo, NY.

Naturalist notes

Cherry trees throughout Manhattan typically reach peak bloom in late April, their white and pink flowers marking spring's full arrival.

Red-winged blackbirds return to Manhattan's parks and waterfront areas by early March, their distinctive calls signaling winter's end.

Frequently asked

When does it freeze in Manhattan?: Manhattan's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-November.
What is the rainy season in Manhattan?: July stands as the wettest month, delivering about 4.6 inches of rain on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 50 inches.
What is the warmest month in Manhattan?: July typically brings the warmest temperatures, with averages around 78°F.
What is the coldest month in Manhattan?: January typically registers as the coldest month, with average temperatures around 34°F.
When can I start a vegetable garden in Manhattan?: Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the time of the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
How many rainy days does Manhattan get?: Manhattan experiences about 79 rainy days per year on average.
What hardiness zone is Manhattan?: Manhattan's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; residents can check the USDA's online lookup using the city ZIP code for the current zone designation.

Climate

Manhattan, New York experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate zone. Winter temperatures in January typically hover near 34°F, while July brings average temperatures of 78°F — creating a 44°F seasonal swing.

Annual precipitation in Manhattan totals about 50 inches, distributed across roughly 79 rainy days throughout the year.

Location at 40.8°N latitude, along with proximity to large water bodies and local elevation, creates the fundamental rhythm of Manhattan's year. These factors determine what grows in the area, when frost threatens, and the daily weather patterns residents experience.

Roses open along the stoops

Manhattan at a glance

Right now in the garden

Planting calendar

A year in weather

Regional context

Naturalist notes

Frequently asked

Climate

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