LaGuardia Airport (KLGA) Temperature Market Guide
KLGA • LaGuardia Airport
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LaGuardia Airport (KLGA) offers a Polymarket temperature market with unique waterfront characteristics. Located on the shores of Flushing Bay in Queens, LaGuardia experiences different temperature patterns than Central Park due to its water proximity. Understanding these differences is crucial for traders working both NYC markets.
Quick Facts
| Station Code | KLGA |
|---|---|
| Location | LaGuardia, NY |
| Coordinates | 40.7772°N, 73.8726°W |
| Elevation | 21 ft (6 m) |
| Timezone | ET (America/New_York) |
| NWS Office | New York (OKX) |
| Resolution Source | NWS CLI Report ↗ |
About the KLGA Weather Station
The KLGA ASOS is located at LaGuardia Airport in northern Queens, situated on a peninsula extending into Flushing Bay. At just 21 feet elevation, the airport is nearly at sea level and bordered by water on multiple sides.
This waterfront position creates significant differences from Central Park. The water bodies moderate temperatures, keeping LaGuardia cooler in summer and milder in winter compared to inland Manhattan.
This waterfront position creates significant differences from Central Park. The water bodies moderate temperatures, keeping LaGuardia cooler in summer and milder in winter compared to inland Manhattan.
LaGuardia Climate & Temperature Patterns
LaGuardia shares NYC's humid subtropical climate (Koppen: Cfa) but with enhanced maritime modification due to its waterfront position.
Key Climate Factors:
Water Moderation: Flushing Bay, the East River, and Long Island Sound moderate temperatures significantly. LaGuardia is typically cooler in summer and milder in winter than Central Park.
Wind Exposure: The airport's flat, open position on the water leads to higher average wind speeds than sheltered Manhattan locations.
Delayed Seasonal Transitions: Water bodies warm and cool slowly, causing LaGuardia to lag behind Central Park in seasonal temperature transitions.
Key Climate Factors:
Water Moderation: Flushing Bay, the East River, and Long Island Sound moderate temperatures significantly. LaGuardia is typically cooler in summer and milder in winter than Central Park.
Wind Exposure: The airport's flat, open position on the water leads to higher average wind speeds than sheltered Manhattan locations.
Delayed Seasonal Transitions: Water bodies warm and cool slowly, causing LaGuardia to lag behind Central Park in seasonal temperature transitions.
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Winter (December - February):
Cold but moderated by water. Average highs in the upper 30s to low 40s°F. Arctic outbreaks are slightly tempered compared to inland areas.
Spring (March - May):
Slow warming due to cold water. LaGuardia often lags 3-5°F behind Central Park through spring as bay waters remain cold.
Summer (June - August):
Warm with average highs in the low 80s°F, typically 2-4°F cooler than Central Park. Sea breeze and water moderation prevent the most extreme heat.
Fall (September - November):
Warm water keeps LaGuardia milder than Central Park in early fall. The moderating effect diminishes as waters cool.
Cold but moderated by water. Average highs in the upper 30s to low 40s°F. Arctic outbreaks are slightly tempered compared to inland areas.
Spring (March - May):
Slow warming due to cold water. LaGuardia often lags 3-5°F behind Central Park through spring as bay waters remain cold.
Summer (June - August):
Warm with average highs in the low 80s°F, typically 2-4°F cooler than Central Park. Sea breeze and water moderation prevent the most extreme heat.
Fall (September - November):
Warm water keeps LaGuardia milder than Central Park in early fall. The moderating effect diminishes as waters cool.
LaGuardia-Specific Trading Tips
Compare to Central Park: LaGuardia typically runs 2-4°F cooler in summer and 1-2°F milder in winter than Central Park. Track this differential for both markets.
Wind Matters More: Wind direction significantly affects LaGuardia temperatures. Onshore flow from the Sound brings cooling; offshore flow allows warming.
Spring Lag: LaGuardia warms more slowly in spring. Don't assume inland warming will translate immediately to LaGuardia.
Polymarket Resolution: Verify exact resolution criteria for Polymarket LaGuardia contracts.
Wind Matters More: Wind direction significantly affects LaGuardia temperatures. Onshore flow from the Sound brings cooling; offshore flow allows warming.
Spring Lag: LaGuardia warms more slowly in spring. Don't assume inland warming will translate immediately to LaGuardia.
Polymarket Resolution: Verify exact resolution criteria for Polymarket LaGuardia contracts.
Market Resolution Details
LaGuardia temperature markets on Polymarket resolve based on the official high temperature in the NWS CLI for station KLGA, issued by the New York forecast office (OKX).
Resolution Source: NWS CLI (Climatological Report)
Reporting Period: 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Critical Note: LaGuardia (KLGA) is a DIFFERENT station than Central Park (KNYC). Temperature outcomes can differ by several degrees.
Resolution Source: NWS CLI (Climatological Report)
Reporting Period: 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Critical Note: LaGuardia (KLGA) is a DIFFERENT station than Central Park (KNYC). Temperature outcomes can differ by several degrees.
Data Release Schedule
Typical release times for key data products at KLGA. Times shown in UTC.
| Data Type | Typical Time (UTC) | Variability |
|---|---|---|
| CLI Report Daily climatological summary |
06:23 UTC | ±22 min |
| 24hr High METAR with max temp |
04:51 UTC | ±1 min |
| METAR Hourly observations |
Hourly at :51 | ±0 min |
| DSM #1 Daily summary message |
12:20 UTC | Issuance time |
| DSM #2 Daily summary message |
20:20 UTC | Issuance time |
| DSM #3 Daily summary message |
21:19 UTC | Issuance time |
| DSM #4 Daily summary message |
21:20 UTC | Issuance time |
6-Hour High/Low Reports
These METARs include 6-hour maximum and minimum temperatures, useful for tracking intraday temperature trends.
05:51 UTC
11:51 UTC
17:51 UTC
23:51 UTC
Note: Times are approximate and may vary. CLI reports are the official resolution source for temperature markets. See NWS Data Guide for more information.
Data Resources
Quick links to official data sources and tools for LaGuardia.
📊 NWS Data
🗄️ Iowa Environmental Mesonet
📈 Wethr.net Tools
Forecasting Challenges
Water Temperature Effects: Predicting how bay and Sound water temperatures will affect air temperatures requires understanding of maritime meteorology.
Wind Direction: Subtle changes in wind direction can significantly affect whether water moderation helps or hurts temperatures.
KLGA vs KNYC: Forecasts for "New York" may be calibrated for Central Park. Adjustments are needed for LaGuardia.
Wind Direction: Subtle changes in wind direction can significantly affect whether water moderation helps or hurts temperatures.
KLGA vs KNYC: Forecasts for "New York" may be calibrated for Central Park. Adjustments are needed for LaGuardia.
Historical Temperature Records
Record High: 107°F recorded in July 1966.
Record Low: -3°F recorded in February 1934.
90°F+ Days: LaGuardia averages about 15-18 days per year at or above 90°F, fewer than Central Park due to water moderation.
Record Low: -3°F recorded in February 1934.
90°F+ Days: LaGuardia averages about 15-18 days per year at or above 90°F, fewer than Central Park due to water moderation.
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