Mexico City vs New York in August

Mexico City is the better pick in August — 82 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Mexico City is warm, soaked, muggy air, while New York is hot, rainy.

Mexico City vs New YorkAugust climate, side by side

Mexico CityNew York
Comfort score82/100 (A)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high27°C31°C
Avg high / low26° / 14°29° / 21°
Rainfall175 mm131 mm
Rainy days2310
Humidity79%74%
Air quality (AQI)7160

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

Mexico City vs New York in August — FAQ

Is August better in Mexico City or New York?
Mexico City is the better pick in August — 82 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Mexico City is warm, soaked, muggy air, while New York is hot, rainy.
What is the weather like in Mexico City vs New York in August?
In August, Mexico City averages 26°C high / 14°C low with about 175 mm of rain; New York averages 29°C high / 21°C low with about 131 mm.