August weather forecast
Belen, NM

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Weather in August

August in Belen, New Mexico continues the trend of summer but anticipates autumn's arrival. Despite still hanging onto summer's warmth, August weather is marked by a slight decrease in temperature, averaging a high of 86.9°F (30.5°C) and a low of 66.7°F (19.3°C). This is complemented by a drop in the number of daylight hours, a phenomenon that sets the stage for the upcoming autumn season.

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still tropical 86.9°F (30.5°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 88.5°F (31.4°C). Belen experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In Belen, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.

Rainfall

In Belen, New Mexico, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belen, New Mexico, there are 78.7 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Belen.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Belen?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 86.9°F (30.5°C) and a low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Belen?

In August, the average relative humidity in Belen is 39%.

How much does it rain in Belen in August?

In Belen, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Belen?

In Belen, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in August in Belen?

The average day length in August in Belen, New Mexico, is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Belen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Belen, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Belen?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Belen is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in August in Belen?

In Belen, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Belen, NM

Average temperature in August - Belen, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in August
Belen, NM

Average pressure in August - Belen, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Belen, NM

Average wind speed in August - Belen, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Belen, NM

Average humidity in August - Belen, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in August
Belen, NM

Average rainfall in August - Belen, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in August
Belen, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Belen, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Belen, NM

Average snowfall in August - Belen, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Belen, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Belen, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Belen, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Belen, NM
  • 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Belen, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Belen, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Belen, NM

Average UV index in August - Belen, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Belen, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Belen, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
Belen, NM

Average visibility in August - Belen, 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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