New York City · August
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 83°F, dipping to 68°F at night. Expect 15 rain days — plan around the radar. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
83° / 68°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
11 mph
What August feels like in New York City
Sunrise
06:07
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:52
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in New York City in August
The kit for August in New York City: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
-2° avg high
-1 rain days
New York City in July →
August
83°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
+6° avg high
+3 rain days
New York City in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in New York City in August?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in New York City in August?+
Average high 83°F, average low 68°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in New York City?+
Compared to July (avg high 85°F), August is cooler. Compared to September (avg high 77°F), August is warmer.
Does it rain often in New York City in August?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in August, on average.