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

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Traveling to Queens, New York, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Queens, I have 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 Queens, New York, United States of America

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

Important essentials for Queens, New York, United States of America

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • 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).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.


  • Travel insurance

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

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Queens can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. It also snows occasionally. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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February

February in Queens is cold and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. It also snows once in a while. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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March

If you are traveling to Queens in March, you will notice that it can be brisk and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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April

If you visit Queens during April, you might notice that it is cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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May

May in Queens is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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June

In June, Queens is a perfect temperature 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 Queens, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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July

If you are traveling to Queens in July, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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August

If you vacation in Queens during August, you are likely to find that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 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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September

September in Queens is a perfect temperature. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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October

October in Queens is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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November

If you vacation in Queens during November, you will probably see that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits 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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December

December is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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Activities for Queens, New York, United States of America

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

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