Weather in Staten Island, New York
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—83°50°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—91°62°
- MondayMay 18Drizzle—77°62°
- TuesdayMay 19Drizzle13%91°64°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Drizzle53%90°64°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast43%73°56°
- FridayMay 22Light Drizzle26%60°49°
- PM 2.5
- 11.5 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 14.3 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 14.2 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 103.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 9:42 AM
- Moonset
- 12:34 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Staten Island at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 69°F — typical for the season
- 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 brings Staten Island's warmest temperatures (~78°F mean) while January delivers the coldest (~33°F). Rainfall reaches its peak in July (4.7 inches) and drops to its lowest point in February (3.0 inches).
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 3.4″ | 6 |
| February | 35° | 3.0″ | 6 |
| March | 43° | 4.1″ | 7 |
| April | 53° | 3.9″ | 6 |
| May | 63° | 4.0″ | 7 |
| June | 73° | 4.3″ | 7 |
| July | 78° | 4.7″ | 7 |
| August | 76° | 4.2″ | 7 |
| September | 69° | 3.8″ | 6 |
| October | 58° | 3.8″ | 6 |
| November | 47° | 3.3″ | 5 |
| December | 38° | 4.1″ | 7 |
Regional context
Staten Island falls within a warm-summer humid continental climate region — part of a group that experiences similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions across nearby cities.
Similar climates: New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Queens, NY, Manhattan, NY, Bronx, NY.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the arrival of migrating warblers to Staten Island's parks and green spaces.
Cherry trees typically reach full bloom across the borough during the third week of April.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Staten Island?
- Staten Island's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, while the first fall frost arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Staten Island?
- July receives the most rainfall with about 4.7 inches on average; the city gets roughly 47 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Staten Island?
- July typically brings the warmest temperatures, averaging about 78°F.
- What is the coldest month in Staten Island?
- January typically brings the coldest temperatures, averaging about 33°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Staten Island?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be planted around the last spring frost (mid-April); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) should wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Staten Island get?
- Staten Island experiences about 76 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Staten Island?
- Staten Island's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; consult the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Staten Island, New York experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate zone. January temperatures hover near 33°F while July averages 78°F — a 45°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Staten Island receives about 47 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 76 rainy days.
Several factors determine the annual weather patterns: latitude (40.6°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements influence what grows here, when frost occurs, and the daily weather patterns.