Boston vs New York in August

Boston is the better pick in August — 80 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Boston is hot, rainy, while New York is hot, rainy.

Boston vs New YorkAugust climate, side by side

BostonNew York
Comfort score80/100 (A)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high30°C31°C
Avg high / low29° / 19°29° / 21°
Rainfall86 mm131 mm
Rainy days810
Humidity73%74%
Air quality (AQI)5260

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Boston vs New York in August — FAQ

Is August better in Boston or New York?
Boston is the better pick in August — 80 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Boston is hot, rainy, while New York is hot, rainy.
What is the weather like in Boston vs New York in August?
In August, Boston averages 29°C high / 19°C low with about 86 mm of rain; New York averages 29°C high / 21°C low with about 131 mm.