SummerPeak season ~61°F highs

Things to do in Adirondacks in August

August is one of the best months to visit Adirondacks, with average highs around 61°F. Summer lakes and hiking, peak foliage in late September, snowshoeing in winter.

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Best picks for August

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in August.

Fort Ticonderoga

18th-century star fort in northern New York in the United States

2Long days outdoors

Johnson Hall State Historic Site

U.S. National Historic Landmark in Johnstown, New York

3Long days outdoors

Also great in August in New York

Finger Lakes Long Island Hudson Valley Niagara Falls

Adirondacks in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Adirondacks?

August is one of the best months to visit Adirondacks, with average highs around 61°F. Summer lakes and hiking, peak foliage in late September, snowshoeing in winter.

What is the weather like in Adirondacks in August?

Average daytime highs are around 61°F, compared with 64°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Adirondacks in August?

Top picks for August: Fort Ticonderoga, Johnson Hall State Historic Site, Saratoga Spa State Park, Wellesley Island State Park, Cascade Mountain.