New York in June
In June, New York averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night, with around 10 days of rain (99 mm total).
High seasonConditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
June offers comfortable temperatures in New York, with some rain to plan around.
How June compares to the rest of the year in New York
June is one of the warmest months in New York (3rd of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 10°C above the annual average (17°C). June runs 5°C warmer than May (22°C) and warms a further 3°C into July (30°C).
June sunrise & sunset in New York
Times shown for New York local time (America/New_York), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in New York — June
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in New York's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — New York in June
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (High season) and New York's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — June in New York
This is a busy month in New York — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.
Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — June in New York
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
📊 Right now vs typical — New York in June
The past 30 days in New York have been running 2.5°C warmer than the typical June average.
Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.
Sea temperature in New York — June
Across the year New York's sea swings from 4.9°C (February) to 23.5°C (July) — June sits at 19.4°C.
New York in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | -3°C / 27°F | 84 mm | 11 | 4 |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -2°C / 28°F | 78 mm | 10 | 3 |
| March | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 36°F | 109 mm | 11 | 2 |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 105 mm | 11 | 0 |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 102 mm | 11 | 0 |
| June | 27°C / 81°F | 18°C / 64°F | 99 mm | 10 | 0 |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 70°F | 117 mm | 11 | 0 |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 70°F | 113 mm | 10 | 0 |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 99 mm | 9 | 0 |
| October | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 102 mm | 9 | 0 |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 43°F | 96 mm | 10 | 1 |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 0°C / 32°F | 102 mm | 11 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is New York in June?
In June, New York averages a high of 27°C (81°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in New York in June?
June can be fairly wet in New York, with about 10 rainy days on average.
Is June a good time to visit New York?
June is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for New York in June?
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for New York for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.