New York City in August
August in New York City brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 69°F. The sun sets around 7:55 pm. It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.
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What August is good for in New York City
Each activity rated for August's weather.
Great now Boat toursGreat in August
Great now Sunset cruisesGreat in August
Great now Kayak toursGreat in August
Great now Helicopter toursGreat in August
Great now Hot air balloon ridesGreat in August
Great now Food toursGreat in August
Great now Bike toursGreat in August
Great now Walking toursGreat in August
Great now Zipline toursGreat in August
Great now Private toursGreat in August
Great now Wine toursGreat in August
Great now Segway toursGreat in August
Cooking classesAny month
August next to July and September
| Month | July | August | September |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 85°F (29°C) | 83°F (29°C) | 76°F (25°C) |
| Low | 70°F (21°C) | 69°F (21°C) | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunset | 8:26 pm | 7:55 pm | 7:06 pm |
| Daylight | 14 h 48 min | 13 h 49 min | 12 h 29 min |
Averages for New York, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in New York City
New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing TourFrom $99View 
New York City Mafia and Local Food Tour led by NYPD GuidesFrom $110View 
New York City Private TourFrom $75View 
Garbage and Rats in New York City Walking TourFrom $50View 
New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich VillageFrom $39View 
New York City Holiday Lights TourFrom $89View
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Questions
Is August a good time to visit New York City?
It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best. The most comfortable months overall are April, May, June, September and October.
How hot is New York City in August?
Average highs are about 83°F (29°C) and lows about 69°F (21°C).
