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United States · Ships call at New York City, New York
Hot and humid
New York City in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 80°F and comfortable lows near 71°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Hot and humid.
Crowds are moderate in August, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Grand European Discovery New York To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Apr 29, 2027
Northern & Baltic Legends London to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jul 5, 2027
Norwegian Fjords
Cunard Cruises
Sails Jul 23, 2027
Perfect Day Bahamas Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Jul 25, 2027
Canada
Carnival Cruises
Sails Jul 29, 2027
Most ships use the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on the Hudson River at West 55th Street, about a 20-minute walk from Times Square. Some sail from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Red Hook or from Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, so check which one is on your boarding pass. Newark, LaGuardia and JFK are all within about an hour and a half of Manhattan, depending on traffic.
The average high temperature in New York City during August is 80°F, with a low of 71°F.
New York City typically sees 3 days of rain in August. Hot and humid.
For a August cruise to New York City, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.