Late summer · Weather & things to do
Manhattan in August
Little changes in Manhattan from July: highs stay near 84°F (29°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), and about 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 4.5 in (114 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 84°F (29°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Lows average 66°F (19°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.5 in (114 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).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 13.4 in (341 mm) in total.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in July to 76/100.
- Our NYC Cultural Weekend route recommends Sep – Nov, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes84°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Manhattan in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Russ & Daughters
Fourth-generation appetizing shop for smoked fish, bagels and babka.
Chelsea Market
Former Nabisco factory with food stalls, bakeries and shops at the south end of the High Line.
The Dead Rabbit
Irish pub and cocktail parlor in the Financial District, known for its Irish coffee.
Times Square
The billboards and Broadway theaters are at their best after dark.
Why now August scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bethesda Terrace
Carved arcade and fountain at the heart of Central Park, a calm start before Midtown crowds.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 4.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- New York City in August~5 mi · highs 79°F, 4.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Beacon in August~50 mi · highs 84°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Philadelphia in August~85 mi · highs 85°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in August~102 mi · highs 83°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
These averages also cover Museum Mile.
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.
Manhattan in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Manhattan?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 83 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain. Our NYC Cultural Weekend route recommends Sep – Nov, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Manhattan in August?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Manhattan in August?
Some: about 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.7 in (1236 mm).
What should I pack for Manhattan in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Manhattan
Planning Manhattan in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.