August weather forecast
Quartzsite, AZ

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Weather in August

The Quartzsite weather in August continues to reflect the extreme desert summer conditions. The scorching sun blazes during the daytime, bathing the city in intense heat. August stands in close competition with July, as it peaks at 102.6°F (39.2°C) and drops to 85.6°F (29.8°C). However, desert dwellers adapt to these conditions, with nocturnal creatures surfacing during the cool nights. The transition into September brings a slight dip in temperatures, marking the gradual retreat of summer.

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 102.6°F (39.2°C), showing a slight difference from July's 103.1°F (39.5°C). Quartzsite experiences a mean low-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C) during August.

Humidity

In Quartzsite, the average relative humidity in August is 26%.

Rainfall

In Quartzsite, in August, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 rainfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Without proper safety measures, skin and eyes can be quickly harmed. Be sure to protect yourself. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Quartzsite, records 102.6°F (39.2°C), while the low-temperature is 85.6°F (29.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Quartzsite?

The average relative humidity in August is 26%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Quartzsite.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Quartzsite, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average temperature in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average high temperature in August: 102.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (103.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 85.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (85.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average pressure in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average wind speed in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, November and December (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average humidity in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average humidity in August: 26%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (40%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

Average rainfall in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.08").

Average rainfall days in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall days in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average sunshine days in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (19.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average UV index in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average cloud cover in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average visibility in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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