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Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Far Rockaway is 48 inches.

Generally, Far Rockaway is known for its beaches, marina, and coffee shops. Major attractions include One World Trade Center, Grand Central Terminal, and Empire State Building. Get out into nature with places like Rockaway Beach, Gateway National Recreation Area, and Bayswater Point State Park. Cultural attractions include Barclays Center Brooklyn, Brooklyn Museum, and Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Far Rockaway on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), 3.3 mi (5.3 km) away from the city center. An alternative is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), situated 13.3 mi (21.4 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Beach 36 St. Station, Beach 44 St. Station, and Beach 25 St. Station. If you’re looking to explore more of the surrounding area, head over to Far Rockaway Station to take a train.