Monthly climate ·New York weather in August
In August, New York averages around 28° by day and 20° at night, with 12 rain days a month — about a 40% chance of rain on any given day.
By day
28°C
At night
20°C
Daily rain chance
40%
Rain days a month
12
Monthly precipitation
114 mm
Sunshine hours a day
10.8
Average of 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo archive). Typical climate — not a forecast.
Is August a good time to visit New York?
August is a rainy month in New York — 12 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the weather in New York in August?
- In August, temperatures in New York average between 20° at night and 28° by day, with 12 rain days a month (average of 2016–2025).
- How much rain falls in New York in August?
- New York gets about 114 mm of rain in August on average, spread over roughly 12 rain days.
- Is August a good time to visit New York?
- August is a rainy month in New York — 12 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.