October 16 is generally a great time to visit New York. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in New York right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 October 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.4°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New York in October
Based on historical data for October 16, New York typically experiences temperatures between 8.9°C and 17.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% 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
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 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 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 53 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 80 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 133 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.9°C
Pleasant
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
88/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~611
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:09
☀️ Noon
11:42
🌇 Sunset
17:16
⏱️ Daylight
11h 7m
Wind Speed
18.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
Humid / Damp
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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
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 October 16 averages 17.4°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— 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
October 22
17.1°C • 14% rain
Score
96
October 9
19.2°C • 23% rain
Score
95
October 10
18.8°C • 22% rain
Score
94
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is New York Worth Visiting on October 16?
Planning a trip to New York on October 16? 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 17.4°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 611 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.36m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.6°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 5.3°C in 2024.