Best Time to Visit Washington Heights
Best time: Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (29.4°C high); May is rainiest (111 mm).
Washington Heights weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3.5 | -4.8 | 93 | 2.9 |
| Feb | 4.9 | -4 | 76 | 4.3 |
| Mar | 9.6 | -0.1 | 104 | 5.9 |
| Apr | 15.5 | 4.8 | 104 | 7.5 |
| May | 21.6 | 10.4 | 111 | 8.7 |
| Jun | 26.4 | 15.6 | 93 | 9.5 |
| Jul | 29.4 | 18.8 | 110 | 9.3 |
| Aug | 28.3 | 18.3 | 107 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 24.2 | 14.2 | 103 | 6.6 |
| Oct | 18.1 | 8.2 | 91 | 4.8 |
| Nov | 12.2 | 3.5 | 104 | 3.1 |
| Dec | 6.4 | -1.6 | 94 | 2.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulAugMay
Beaches: JunJulAug
Hiking: JunMay
Sightseeing: JunJulAugMay
Washington Heights quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Washington Heights?
Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
May, about 111 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 29.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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