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Is it hot at Central Park?

In July, typical afternoon highs at Central Park run around 89°F (hot). Mid-afternoon sun stands about 58° high, and the sun is up from 5:37 AM to 8:25 PM. Tree cover gives real shade options — the open lawns are the hot spots.

Typical afternoon highs by month

Sun & shade

Tree cover gives real shade options — the open lawns are the hot spots. See real building shadows over satellite imagery for any time of day: https://isthereshade.com/?anywhere&at=40.78222,-73.96528

Sunset

Around 8:25 PM local time in mid-July (it shifts through the year). Sunrise is about 5:37 AM.

Central Park — New York, NY. Data: astronomical sun position; climate normals from historical weather; live forecast on the interactive view.

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