United StatesAverage weather for New York in August
It's hot in August in New York with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in New York with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in New York is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 79 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
New York in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
79 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit New York?
August is a good month to be in New York for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2022, New York reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in New York
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for New York, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in New York
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for New York, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in New York.
Daily UV index in August in New York
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in New York, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in New York over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in New York, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in New York over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in New York, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for New York
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in New York. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in New York by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for New York. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
