August weather forecast
Doña Ana, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Doña Ana, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still hot 90.5°F (32.5°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 92.3°F (33.5°C). Doña Ana experiences a mean low-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Doña Ana, the average relative humidity in August is 40%.

Rainfall

In Doña Ana, in August, during 15.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Doña Ana, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Doña Ana, New Mexico, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Doña Ana is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

The high-temperature during August is 90.5°F (32.5°C) and the low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Doña Ana, snow does not fall in March through October.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Doña Ana, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average pressure in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average wind speed in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average humidity in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average rainfall in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average snowfall in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Doña Ana, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average UV index in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Doña Ana, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Doña Ana, NM

Average visibility in August - Doña Ana, 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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