August weather forecast
Carlsbad, NM

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Weather in August

August in Carlsbad remains as warm as July, marking the peak of the summer season. The temperatures are consistent with the previous month, spanning from a minimum of 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a maximum of 93.7°F (34.3°C). The increase in rainfall from earlier summer months drops slightly, resulting in drier days. Unlike earlier summer months, however, August starts to hint at the approaching autumn as days gradually become shorter. The transition phase during August results in a dynamic and variable weather experience in Carlsbad.

Temperature

The average high-temperature, a still tropical 93.7°F (34.3°C) in August, matches the temperature recorded in July. In the month of August, an average of 74.8°F (23.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carlsbad, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carlsbad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.1 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Carlsbad is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

Carlsbad in August has an average high-temperature of 93.7°F (34.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 39%.

How much does it rain in Carlsbad in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout August, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Carlsbad have in August?

In Carlsbad, the average day length in August is 13h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average temperature in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 93.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 74.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average pressure in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average wind speed in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (8.4mph).

Average humidity in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

Average rainfall in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average rainfall in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average UV index in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average visibility in August - Carlsbad, 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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