August weather forecast
La Cueva, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in La Cueva, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. A noteworthy temperature dip to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) is observed during the nights of August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout August, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In La Cueva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In La Cueva, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In La Cueva, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In La Cueva, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in La Cueva are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In August, in La Cueva, the average high-temperature is 79.9°F (26.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 45%.

How much does it rain in August?

In La Cueva, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In La Cueva, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does La Cueva have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. 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
La Cueva, NM

Average temperature in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
La Cueva, NM

Average pressure in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
La Cueva, NM

Average wind speed in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
La Cueva, NM

Average humidity in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in August
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in August
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall days in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall days in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
La Cueva, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
La Cueva, NM

Average sunshine days in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
La Cueva, NM

Average UV index in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
La Cueva, NM

Average cloud cover in August - La Cueva, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
La Cueva, NM

Average visibility in August - La Cueva, 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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