Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in New York City on August 05

On August 5th in New York City, temperatures ranged from a scorching record high of 100.0°F in 2005 to a chilly record low of 57.0°F in 1951. The average temperature for this date stands at 78.16°F, with an average high temperature of 83.09°F and an average low temperature of 73.23°F. Reflecting on these extremes, it is fascinating to note that in 2005, the same year as the hottest recorded temperature, New York City hosted the first-ever Major League Baseball game to be played in November. This unusual event was due to a delayed World Series caused by a tied game and subsequent weather-related postponements earlier in the series.