UFO Sightings in New York
New York has a rich history of UFO sightings, with reports spanning decades. The state's diverse landscape and population contribute to a wide range of encounters.
Statistics Overview
Top Sightings
View All →Shiny object moving erratically
Low flying star blazing with a green glow
Flashing lights and a white light over trees.
Orange balls of light moving swiftly.
Orange lights formed a circle then a triangle before disappearing.
Cities with Most Sightings
20 cities totalShape Distribution
All Shapes →+ 15 more shapes recorded
Sightings by Decade
Analysis
New York has a rich history of UFO sightings, with reports spanning decades. The state's diverse landscape and population contribute to a wide range of encounters.
With 5,862 documented sightings, New York ranks #5 among all locations in our database. The state has 62 sightings from aviation professionals and 280 reports involving physical effects such as vehicle interference or physiological reactions.
The most commonly reported shape is light, accounting for 19.1% of all sightings. The city with the most reports is New York City (brooklyn) with 234 documented sightings.
Quick Facts
- Total Sightings
- 5,862
- Pilot Reports
- 62
- Physical Effects
- 280
- Avg Credibility
- 5.96
- Cities with 5+ Sightings
- 20
Other Locations
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