Weather in Queens, New York
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 9:40 AM
- Moonset
- 12:33 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Queens at a glance
- Today vs. normal: NaN°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 20 (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 stands as Queens's warmest month with mean temperatures around 79°F, while January brings the coldest conditions at approximately 34°F. Precipitation follows its own seasonal pattern, with August delivering peak rainfall at 4.4 inches and February marking the driest period at 2.9 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 3.3″ | 6 |
| February | 36° | 2.9″ | 6 |
| March | 43° | 4.0″ | 7 |
| April | 54° | 3.9″ | 6 |
| May | 64° | 3.6″ | 7 |
| June | 73° | 4.0″ | 7 |
| July | 79° | 4.3″ | 6 |
| August | 78° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| September | 71° | 3.9″ | 6 |
| October | 60° | 3.8″ | 5 |
| November | 49° | 3.1″ | 6 |
| December | 40° | 4.1″ | 7 |
Regional context
Queens falls within the warm-summer humid continental climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with nearby cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Manhattan, NY, Bronx, NY, Buffalo, NY.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the flowering of black locust trees throughout Queens, their fragrant white blooms attracting pollinators during the transition to summer.
Spring migration peaks in early May as warblers pass through local parks and green spaces on their journey north.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Queens?
- Spring's final frost typically occurs around mid-April in Queens, while the first fall frost generally arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Queens?
- August receives the most rainfall, averaging about 4.4 inches, while Queens's total annual precipitation reaches roughly 45 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Queens?
- July typically brings the warmest temperatures, averaging about 79°F.
- What is the coldest month in Queens?
- January registers as the coldest month, averaging about 34°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Queens?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around 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 Queens get?
- Queens experiences about 75 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Queens?
- Queens's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool can provide the current zone designation using the city ZIP code.
Climate
Queens, 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 79°F — creating a 45°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 45 inches, distributed across roughly 75 rainy days throughout the year.
Geography shapes the local climate through several factors: latitude at 40.7°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather patterns.
ZIP codes in Queens
- 11385
- 11109
- 11102
- 11103
- 11106
- 11104
- 11379
- 11378
- 11377
- 11697
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- 11451
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