July 17 is generally a great time to visit New York. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 30°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
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New York Weather Forecast for July 17
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 30.1°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New York in July
Based on historical data for July 17, New York typically experiences temperatures between 21.2°C and 30.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for New York
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
30.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
21.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
35.5°C
🔥 Heat index effect
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.2 hPa
Medium volatility
New York Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 76% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 15 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 23 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 38 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
24.2°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
35.5°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Early morning (6-9 AM) or evening (after 6 PM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~667
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:40
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
19:26
⏱️ Daylight
14h 45m
Wind Speed
14.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
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Travel Health & Safety in New York
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 July 17 averages 30.1°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— 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
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July 12
28.9°C • 25% rain
Score
95
July 13
29.1°C • 25% rain
Score
95
July 14
29.3°C • 24% rain
Score
95
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📍 Is New York Worth Visiting on July 17?
Planning a trip to New York on July 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 30.1°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 667 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 24.3°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.3m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest July 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 33.4°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 19.9°C in 2023.