Long Island, New York, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Long Island, New York, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Long Island, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Long Island, New York, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Long Island, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Long Island, New York, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Long Island, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Long Island, New York, United States of America by month

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January

January in Long Island can be brisk and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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February

February is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains regularly and snows sometimes.

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March

March in Long Island is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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April

In April, Long Island can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Long Island, with several of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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May

If you visit Long Island during May, you might notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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June

In June, Long Island is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Long Island, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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July

Traveling to Long Island in July, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Long Island in August, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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September

If you visit Long Island during September, you may find that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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October

October in Long Island is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain a bit less than half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 60% range on average.

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November

If you go to Long Island in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

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December

If you vacation in Long Island during December, you will probably notice that it is brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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Activities for Long Island, New York, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Long Island.

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