When is the best time to fill up gas in New York?

Fill up gas in New York after June 2026. Prices drop to an average of $2.83 per gallon by December. You save money on your 2006 Dodge Caravan in zip code 11507.

GasBuddy forecasts U.S. average gas prices at $2.97 per gallon in 2026. This marks the lowest price since 2020. Prices climb to $3.20 in spring and early summer. Demand drops after June, so prices fall. New York follows these national trends. The Northeast pays higher than the U.S. average. Expect $3.00 or more some months. Late fall and winter bring the best deals.

Seasonal Trends

Gas prices rise in spring. Refineries switch to summer blend gas. Maintenance cuts supply. Road trips boost demand. Prices peak in May at $3.12 nationally.

Prices fall after June. Travel season ends. Cold weather cuts driving. December hits $2.80 per gallon nationwide. New York matches this cycle.

Month	National Avg	Northeast Est
May	$3.12	$3.30+
June	$3.05	$3.20+
December	$2.80	$2.83

Day of the Week

Gas stations raise prices mid-week. They drop them on Mondays or Tuesdays. Check GasBuddy for stations near 11507. Save up to 20 cents per gallon.

Prices in Nassau County (11507)

Local prices beat the state average. Trends show $3.10 to $3.50 now. Drops below $3.00 hit in winter. Households spend $2,083 on gas each year.

Your 2006 Dodge Caravan needs 87 octane regular unleaded. Steady driving gets 17 mpg in the city.

Practical Tips to Save

• Fill up Tuesday mornings. Prices bottom out then.
• Use apps like GasBuddy to find cheap stations near 11507.
• Buy regular unleaded for your Caravan.
• Track prices weekly. Weather or events cause swings.
• Drive steady to hit your 17 mpg.

Sidekick tracks fuel costs for your 2006 Dodge Caravan. It sends alerts for low prices in 11507.

Handle Price Spikes

Geopolitical issues or storms spike prices. Spring 2026 could reach $3.20. Stock up before peaks. Plan buys after June.

Follow these steps. Cut your gas bills 10-15% in 2026. Keep your Dodge running at lower cost.