Late summer · Weather & things to do
Hudson in August
Little changes in Hudson from July: highs stay near 83°F (28°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), and about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 73/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (119 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 62°F (17°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Some rain is likely, about 4.7 in (119 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in July to 73/100.
- August sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hudson in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Basilica Hudson
Former factory near the river hosting concerts, markets and art events.
Olana State Historic Site
Frederic Church's Persian-style home and planned landscape above the Hudson.
Warren Street
Main street of antiques, design shops and galleries.
Hudson Valley Distillers
Farm distillery in a restored barn making applejack and gin.
Kaaterskill Falls
Two-tier waterfall in the Catskills painted by Thomas Cole.
Why now August scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in August
- Beacon in August~52 mi · highs 84°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Manhattan in August~102 mi · highs 84°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in August~107 mi · highs 79°F, 4.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Woodstock in August~115 mi · highs 77°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~270 m to Hudson's ~25 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hudson in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Hudson?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 73/100 against a best of 81 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Hudson in August?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hudson in August?
Some: about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.2 in (1198 mm).
What should I pack for Hudson in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Hudson in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.