Weather in New York City in August
August in New York City is warm outdoor weather. Days are long enough to be useful. Shade starts to matter at midday.
In United States, this is how New York City actually wears August, not how a country centroid would. Compared with July and January, August sits in the middle of New York City's year.
- Average temp
- 25°C
20–30°C
- Rainfall
- 105 mm
Showers likely
- Sunshine
- —
- Wind
- 13 km/h
What to expect
Daytime
Warm days in New York City in August. A hat starts to earn its keep at midday. Evenings are the comfortable part of the clock.
You can walk at more hours than in the fierce months. Still build in a pause when the sun is high. Nights are easy.
Rain
August is a wetter month in New York City. Showers are part of the deal, not a spoiled surprise.
Waterproof shoes matter more than a rain plan for a beach, especially if a beach is not why you came. Build indoor hours into the afternoon.
Evening
Evenings stay warm.
What to pack
Rain jacket
Where to stay in New York City
Dates are a starting point for August.
Travel guides for New York City
What to read before you book.
Average weather in New York City
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Similar weather in August
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FAQs about New York City
Climate averages for New York City, 1991–2020.
The best time to visit New York City is between May and October, the most comfortable stretch of the year on these averages.
July is the hottest month, with an average around 26°C.
July is the wettest month, with about 119 mm of rain.
No. These are 1991–2020 climate normals from Meteostat, not a live forecast. Actual weather in any given week can differ.
