St. Nicholas Park
Park Urban Manhattan park with playgrounds and memorials
A linear park in Harlem with playgrounds, chess tables and stepped lawns between city blocks. Residents picnic, play sports and visitors explore the neighbourhood’s local history.
How to Get to St. Nicholas Park #
St. Nicholas Park is in Manhattan between St. Nicholas Avenue and Broadway, roughly from 128th to 141st Streets. Subway access includes the A/B/C/D lines to 145th Street and the 1 train to 137th Street-City College; several bus routes also serve the area.
Tips for Visiting St. Nicholas Park #
- Visit in late afternoon for warm light on the grassy slopes and views toward the Hudson.
- Explore the neighborhood's small murals and local businesses along St. Nicholas Avenue and 145th Street.
- The park is a good base for walking the surrounding Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill historic districts.
Best Time to Visit St. Nicholas Park #
Spring and fall are especially pleasant for strolling and people-watching; summer brings more families and activity.
Weather & Climate near St. Nicholas Park #
St. Nicholas Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1197 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
