Los Angeles vs New York in August

Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while New York is hot, rainy.

Los Angeles vs New YorkAugust climate, side by side

Los AngelesNew York
Comfort score83/100 (A)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high32°C31°C
Avg high / low32° / 20°29° / 21°
Rainfall9 mm131 mm
Rainy days110
Humidity53%74%
Air quality (AQI)6360

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

Los Angeles vs New York in August — FAQ

Is August better in Los Angeles or New York?
Los Angeles is the better pick in August — 83 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Los Angeles is hot, dry, while New York is hot, rainy.
What is the weather like in Los Angeles vs New York in August?
In August, Los Angeles averages 32°C high / 20°C low with about 9 mm of rain; New York averages 29°C high / 21°C low with about 131 mm.