Brooklyn weather in August (New York State, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Brooklyn this August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During August, Brooklyn usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Brooklyn in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 11 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 270 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Brooklyn climate page with graphs.

 

Brooklyn, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 23°C *  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 119 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 270 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 63% *  

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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