New York City · July
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 85°F, dipping to 69°F at night. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
85° / 69°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
11 mph
What July feels like in New York City
Sunrise
05:39
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:24
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in New York City in July
The kit for July in New York City: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
July vs the surrounding months
vs June
+6° avg high
+1 rain days
New York City in June →
July
85°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: morning
vs August
+2° avg high
+1 rain days
New York City in August →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in New York City in July?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in New York City in July?+
Average high 85°F, average low 69°F.
How does July compare to surrounding months in New York City?+
Compared to June (avg high 78°F), July is warmer. Compared to August (avg high 83°F), July is warmer.
Does it rain often in New York City in July?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in July, on average.