Late summer · Weather & things to do
Keuka Lake in August
Little changes in Keuka Lake from July: highs stay near 82°F (28°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls.
August opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 80/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 82°F (28°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 61°F (16°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (99 mm).
Plan around August
August is one of Keuka Lake's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May & June and August & September.
- Comfort holds steady from July (78 → 80/100).
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Keuka Lake in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
Aviation and motorcycle museum for the Hammondsport pioneer who rivaled the Wright brothers.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Keuka Lake State Park
Bluff-side park on the west branch with a swimming beach and picnic lawns.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Keuka Outlet Trail
7-mile rail-trail from Penn Yan to Seneca Lake past old mill ruins and waterfalls.
Why now August scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Keuka Spring Vineyards
Small family winery on the east shore with a relaxed porch tasting.
Heron Hill Winery
Hillside tasting room with wide views down the lake.
Nearby in August
- Seneca Lake in August~21 mi · highs 82°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ithaca in August~34 mi · highs 82°F, 4.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in August~97 mi · highs 78°F, 2.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in August~107 mi · highs 80°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Keuka Lake in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Keuka Lake?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 80/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
How hot is Keuka Lake in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Keuka Lake in August?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Keuka Lake in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Keuka Lake
Routes in season in August
- Finger Lakes Wine Trail May – Oct
Planning Keuka Lake in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.