August weather forecast
Jornada, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Jornada, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 68.7°F (20.4°C) and an average high of 86.5°F (30.3°C).

Temperature

Jornada notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C) in August, displaying minor variation from July. An average minimum temperature of 68.7°F (20.4°C) marks the month of August in Jornada.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Jornada, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

In Jornada, in August, during 15.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

In Jornada, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In Jornada, 86.5°F (30.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.7°F (20.4°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 41%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Jornada, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jornada have in August?

In Jornada, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

How high is the UV index in August?

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

Average temperature in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average pressure in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average wind speed in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average humidity in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average rainfall in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average snowfall in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average UV index in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Jornada, 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
Jornada, NM

Average visibility in August - Jornada, 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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