Trump World Tower
Building Residential skyscraper near United Nations headquarters
Trump World Tower on Manhattan’s East 48th sits opposite the United Nations complex; a glass residential skyscraper noted for luxury apartments and a prominent riverside location on First Avenue.
Trump World Tower is a high-rise residential condominium tower located in Midtown Manhattan, adjacent to the United Nations Headquarters. It was developed as a luxury residential building and opened around the turn of the 21st century.
The tower is primarily residential and known for its proximity to the UN complex and for providing long views over the East River and Midtown. As a private residential building, public access is limited to the building’s ground-floor areas when open to visitors.
The building sits on the east side of Manhattan in the Turtle Bay/United Nations area, within walking distance of the UN complex and several Midtown subway and bus lines.
- Address and function: Located adjacent to the United Nations Headquarters in Midtown Manhattan at 845 United Nations Plaza, it was developed as a high-end residential condominium tower.
How to Get to Trump World Tower #
The tower sits on United Nations Plaza near First Avenue and East 48th Street. Nearest subway stations: 51st Street (4/5/6) or Grand Central-42nd Street (multiple lines), both 10-15 minute walks. Numerous buses serve the UN area.
Tips for Visiting Trump World Tower #
- The tower is a private residential building; respect security and residents' privacy - public photography is best from across the FDR Drive embankment or from 1st Avenue.
- Pair a visit with a walk through the nearby United Nations Plaza to contextualize the tower's skyline presence.
- Consider evening shots: the tower's reflective facade catches sunset along the East River in a singular way.
Best Time to Visit Trump World Tower #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to view the tower and the UN precinct.
Weather & Climate near Trump World Tower #
Trump World Tower's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1207 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.