Verdict: Excellent month
New York Weather in October
October hits the sweet spot in New York — highs around 19°C (66°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 8 wet days in a typical year. Overall, October is one of the best months of the year to be in New York.
Average high
19°C / 66°F
Average low
11°C / 52°F
Rain days
~8
Precipitation
147 mm
What to pack for New York in October
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in New York: Jul (30°C / 86°F) · Coolest: Jan (5°C / 41°F) · Wettest: Jul (~14 rain days)
5°
-2°
Jan
7°
-2°
Feb
11°
2°
Mar
16°
6°
Apr
21°
11°
May
27°
17°
Jun
30°
21°
Jul
29°
20°
Aug
25°
16°
Sep
19°
11°
Oct
13°
4°
Nov
7°
0°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)