United StatesAverage weather for New York City in August
It's warm in August in New York City with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in New York City with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°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 drop to around 29°C, with nights around 22°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in New York City is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at New York City is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
In August, there is an average of 111 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
New York City in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
111 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit New York City?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in New York City. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2016, New York City 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 16°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in New York City
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for New York City, 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 City
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for New York City, 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 9 days of precipitation in New York City.
Daily UV index in August in New York City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in New York City, 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 City over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in New York City, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in New York City over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in New York City, 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 City
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Average weather in New York City by month
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