Weather for New York in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +82°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 13 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 113 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
113 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New York has good weather in August.
Average temperature in New York in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New York for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +82°F with a maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +63°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +79°F.
Is New York warm or cold in August?
New York is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +70°F to +70°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is one of the warmest months in New York, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in New York in August
Water in New York in August is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +78°F, with an average of +74°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in New York are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +39°F.
Can you swim in New York in August?
The water in New York in August is pretty comfortable (+74°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in New York in August
New York weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+82°F
+75°F
Min. temperature
+55°F
+50°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+102°F
+102°F
+97°F
Rainfall
109 mm
113 mm
106 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+72°F
+74°F
+70°F
Humidity
66%
68%
69%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
7
8
10
Cloudy days
6
6
7
Rainy days
14
13
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.It’s getting colder in August. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 109 mm to 113 mm.Humidity rises from 66% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 7 to 8.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in New York in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in New York is gradually increasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in New York based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 182 mm, with a 52% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in New York, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
New York wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 113 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 48 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in New York?
This is the weather in New York in August 2023:
1 August
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+81°F
2 August
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+79°F
3 August
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+79°F
4 August
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+76°F
5 August
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+84°F
6 August
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+85°F
7 August
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+80°F
8 August
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+79°F
9 August
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+87°F
10 August
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+81°F
11 August
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+84°F
12 August
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+85°F
13 August
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+88°F
14 August
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+88°F
15 August
🌫️
+81°F
16 August
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+83°F
17 August
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+77°F
18 August
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+82°F
19 August
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+79°F
20 August
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+87°F
21 August
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+89°F
22 August
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+84°F
23 August
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+79°F
24 August
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+73°F
25 August
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+78°F
26 August
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+84°F
27 August
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+84°F
28 August
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+77°F
29 August
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+78°F
30 August
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+84°F
31 August
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+78°F
In August 2023 New York had 19 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New York climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New York in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+59°F) and the highest in 2016 (+65°F). The driest year was 1982 with only 711 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in New York in August:
Is August a good time to visit New York?
August is a really good time to go to New York. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit New York.
Can you sunbathe in New York in August?
August is warm in New York. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in New York in August?
Yes, the water temperature in New York in August is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +74°F.
Is New York rainy in August?
New York is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in New York in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New York in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in New York, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.