Weather and Climate at Pratt
Pratt Institute, located in Brooklyn, New York, experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant seasonal variations:
- Winter (December to February): Temperatures range from 25°F to 40°F (-4°C to 4°C), with occasional snowstorms affecting commuting and campus life.
- Spring (March to May): Temperatures rise from 40°F to 70°F (4°C to 21°C), with increasing rainfall that can impact outdoor activities.
- Summer (June to August): Warm to hot, with temperatures between 65°F and 85°F (18°C to 29°C), and high humidity, which can affect comfort during outdoor research.
- Fall (September to November): Temperatures cool from 70°F to 50°F (21°C to 10°C), with beautiful foliage but potential for early frosts.
Extreme weather conditions like hurricanes or heatwaves can occasionally disrupt normal campus operations.