April 15 is generally a great time to visit New York. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. As it's peak season for New York, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for New York
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Language
English
Driving
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New York Weather Forecast for April 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.4°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New York in April
Based on historical data for April 15, New York typically experiences temperatures between 6.2°C and 16.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for New York
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 hPa
High volatility
New York Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~656
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:18
☀️ Noon
11:57
🌇 Sunset
18:35
⏱️ Daylight
13h 17m
Wind Speed
18.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for New York
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Travel Health & Safety in New York
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, New York on April 15 averages 16.4°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 83/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New York Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 10
14.8°C • 27% rain
Score
86
April 14
16.9°C • 25% rain
Score
84
April 21
16.9°C • 21% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is New York Worth Visiting on April 15?
Planning a trip to New York on April 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.4°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 656 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.38m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.6°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 1.8°C in 2016.