New England in July or August?

Either month can be hot, humid and muggy with storms. During both months, the bugs are about the same. Up side to the coast is there are almost always breezes that keeps bugs to a minimum. If you choose July don't plan on the week before or after the 4th-most likely there aren't many campsites left. My choice of the two months would be mid-to-late August (if you can handle a VERY busy Labor Day weekend). Things quiet down some as may schools now start before Labor day, the weather is USUALLY cooling down and the bugs are starting to wane. If you can hold off and go in early September, that would be my choice. Much less crowded, most main attractions still open on weekends, and generally much better weather.