New York City weather in August (New York State, United States of America)
Interested in knowing the climate of New York City in August? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
August in New York City generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 29°C, cooling down at night to around 21°C.
Precipitation
New York City in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.Average sunshine
With approximately 270 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New York City climate page with graphs.
New York City, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
21°C
Max Temperature
29°C
Water Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
122 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
66%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
270 hours
Percentage Sunshine
63%
Where to go in the United States of America in August
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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