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Governors Island National Monument

National Park Service
DesignationNational monument
StateNY
Managed byNational Park Service
Best seasonJun–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Governors Island National Monument

About Governors Island National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. Coast Guard from 1966 to 1996, continuing its legacy of national service. Today, Governors Island has transformed into a destination for art, culture, and public programs.

Things to do

BikingPicnicking

When to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Best Jun–OctAverage low–high: 64–75°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 44%9.3 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Governors Island National Monument is managed by National Park Service. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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