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New York City in August
Little changes in New York City from July: highs stay near 79°F (26°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), and about 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain falls.
At 78/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 4.5 in (114 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
Lows average 70°F (21°C).
With 78% average humidity, it feels muggy.
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 one of New York City's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (76 → 78/100).
- August sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics78% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in New York City in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Brooklyn Bridge
1883 bridge with a pedestrian promenade over the East River.
Why now August scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Met Cloisters
Medieval art in reassembled monastery cloisters above the Hudson.
The High Line
Elevated rail-line park with gardens and Hudson River views.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 4.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Campbell
Restored 1920s office of a tycoon, now a cocktail bar inside Grand Central.
Chelsea Market
Food hall in the old Nabisco factory at the High Line's south end.
Nearby in August
- Manhattan in August~5 mi · highs 84°F, 4.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Beacon in August~55 mi · highs 84°F, 4.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in August~81 mi · highs 85°F, 4.8 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hudson in August~107 mi · highs 83°F, 4.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Brooklyn, DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights and Midtown Manhattan.
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.
New York City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit New York City?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is New York City in August?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in August?
Some: about 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1313 mm).
What should I pack for New York City in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (78% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on New York City
Routes in season in August
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
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