The Hamptons: When To Go

Peak Season: late-May to early-September Rates start rising on Memorial Day weekend and July marks the height of the summer season, when vacationers swarm resorts and Manhattanites escape the city to weekend at their summer homes. Temperatures average 70°F.

Off Season: November to early-April Since The Hamptons is mostly a beach town, traffic decreases dramatically during the 30-degree winters and the chillier months of late fall and early spring. Visitors at this time will find accommodations at 50% discounts.

Sweet Spot: late-April to early-May; late-Sept to October Spring and fall weather, usually a balmy 60-degrees, is still warm enough for swimming, making the hotel discounts a real bargain. Beaches are nearly empty as families are still city-bound for the school year.