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Staten Island Weather in August

August in Staten Island brings high temperatures around 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 20°C (68°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 114 mm (4.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Staten Island in August

Typically, about 11 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 114 mm (4.5 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Staten Island in August

In August, expect high temperatures in Staten Island, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 20°C (68°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Staten Island in August

There are approximately 270 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Staten Island Temperature in August

Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
114 mm (4.5 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
63% *
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Staten Island in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Staten Island in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Staten Island in August

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

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