Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), slightly varied from July's 88.3°F (31.3°C). In August, Elephant Butte reports a consistent average low-temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) during the nights.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
In Elephant Butte, New Mexico, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elephant Butte, New Mexico, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Elephant Butte, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Elephant Butte is 13h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Elephant Butte, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
In Elephant Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).
Average rainfall in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 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
Elephant Butte, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Elephant Butte, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in August
Elephant Butte, 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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