Queens
A community guide to Queens in New York, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 2,405,464 residents
- Region
- New York
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 40.6815, -73.8365
Climate
The climate at Queens is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 40.68 within los Estados Unidos. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Queens experience. Visitors planning a trip to Queens should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Overview
Queens is a populated place in New York, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 2,405,464 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of New York. Its position within the broader regional network gives Queens a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Queens sits at approximate coordinates 40.6815 latitude and -73.8365 longitude within New York. The terrain and natural features around Queens reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider New York road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Getting there
Reaching Queens typically involves the regional road network of New York or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse los Estados Unidos. Local routes link Queens to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of New York. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Queens.