August weather forecast
Arenas Valley, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Arenas Valley, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 82°F (27.8°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Arenas Valley marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), a subtle shift from July's 84°F (28.9°C). In Arenas Valley, the nighttime temperature averages to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) during August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In Arenas Valley, the average relative humidity in August is 49%.

Rainfall

In Arenas Valley, during August, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Arenas Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Arenas Valley, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Arenas Valley, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Arenas Valley, is 82°F (27.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 64°F (17.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Arenas Valley, the average relative humidity in August is 49%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Arenas Valley, in August, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Arenas Valley?

In Arenas Valley, snow does not fall in April through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average temperature in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average pressure in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average wind speed in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average humidity in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average rainfall in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average snowfall in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average UV index in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Arenas Valley, NM

Average visibility in August - Arenas Valley, NM
  • 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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