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.
St. Nicholas Park at a Glance#
Address: St. Nicholas Park, Manhattan, New York (between 128th-141st Streets and St. Nicholas Ave/Broadway)
Website: https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/st-nicholas-park
Hours: Open daily sunrise-dusk (NYC Parks standard hours)
Admission: Free (public park operated by NYC Parks)
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).
