August 28 is generally a great time to visit New York. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 27°C weather. As it's peak season for New York, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for New York
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Language
English
Driving
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New York Weather Forecast for August 28
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.2°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New York in August
Based on historical data for August 28, New York typically experiences temperatures between 18.8°C and 27.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for New York
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
18.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.4°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
55%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.4 hPa
Medium volatility
New York Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 78% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.7°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
29.4°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~697
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:20
☀️ Noon
11:58
🌇 Sunset
18:37
⏱️ Daylight
13h 16m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in New York
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, New York on August 28 averages 27.2°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New York Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 24
27.4°C • 15% rain
Score
100
August 25
27.5°C • 14% rain
Score
100
August 26
27.6°C • 16% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is New York Worth Visiting on August 28?
Planning a trip to New York on August 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.2°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 697 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 22.8°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.33m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 34.1°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 15°C in 2025.