Header image by @Triangle_NY
With its iconic silhouette defining the New York City skyline, the Empire State Building is the most photographed building in the world. Rain or shine, snow or fog – no matter the weather, the Empire State Building is a stunning sight. We've rounded up some of our favorite captures of the iconic skyscraper in all conditions!
Frozen
The Empire State Building is a piece of art in an icy winter frame.
Photo by @jonathankamensky
![ESB's reflection in ice by @jonathankamensky](/sites/default/files/2023-11/unnamed-16.jpg)
Fog
This image by @peterpraum shows the building enveloped in fog as the antenna peeks out over the top.
![ESB tower through the fog](/sites/default/files/2023-11/fog%20.%20%40peterpraum.jpg)
Lightning
Did you know lighting strikes ESB an average of 25 times per year? This photo by @2ndfloorguy perfectly captures the moment as lighting strikes ESB’s antenna.
![red lightning over ESB @2ndfloorguy](/sites/default/files/2023-11/red%20lightning%20%402ndfloorguy.jpeg)
Storm
A storm moves in over the skyline in this stunning capture with ESB as its focal point.
Photo by @shavnore
![stormy weather over ESB by @shavnore](/sites/default/files/2023-11/storm%20.%20%40shavnore.jpg)
Double Rainbow
Who said New York City isn’t magical? Double rainbows cascade above the Empire State Building after a midday storm.
Photo by @craigsbeds
![Double Rainbow over ESB by @craigsbeds](/sites/default/files/2023-11/rainbow%20.%20%40craigsbeds.jpg)