From Heather Cross,
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July Weather:

• Average High: 85°F (29°C)Average Low: 70°F (21°C)
• July tends to be the hottest and wettest month of the year, so pack accordingly.

What to Wear:

• pack an umbrella
• a light sweater or waterproof jacket (for keeping warm in the air conditioned museums and stores)
• closed toe shoes, comfortable for walking and water-resistant if possible
• a picnic blanket is great if you want to check out some of the free concerts and movies

July Perks:

• Fourth of July festivities in New York City are great
• perfect time of year for New York's many walking tours
• many summer concerts and outdoor film festivals to see (most of which are free!)

July Cons:

• subways and streets can be uncomfortable in the heat
• it frequently rains

Good to Know:

• Drink plenty of water -- it's easy to get dehydrated when it's really hot.
• If you want to go to any of the movies or free concerts in New York City parks, bring a blanket and pack a picnic dinner -- you can even bring some wine and beer if you're discrete. It's a great experience and truly gives you a taste of being a local New Yorker.

July Highlights/Events:

• Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks
• New York Restaurant Week
• Met Opera in the Parks
• HBO/Bryant Park Film Festival
• Shakespeare in the Park
• New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Park
• Midsummer Night Swing
• Baseball Season
• Women's Liberty Season (WNBA)
• Central Park SummerStage

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